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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Certifications & Licenses:* Iowa state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) .

*Remote worker in Iowa-will need Iowa license and certification*

Position Purpose:

The Population Health Annual Wellness Visit Specialist works as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team to conduct, coordinate and complete the non provider portions of preventive wellness services such as Medicare’s Annual Wellness Visits.

What you will do:

1. Utilizes standardized tools and scripting to conduct the non-provider components of AWVs with identified patients.

2. Conducts complete chart review and maintains record updates in support of AWVs.

3. Conducts the non-provider portion of Advance Care Planning services either as a part of an AWV or independently.

4. Assists in coordination of appropriate follow-up health care services and follows through to ensure completion.

5. Practices motivational interviewing to support health behavior change and in completing recommended health care services

6. Answers patient questions regarding appointments and/or testing. Addresses potential barriers to care and collaborates with Provider to answer patient questions and concerns that fall outside of scope.

7. Identifies and refers high risk patients to the PHSO ambulatory care management team for care coordination services.

8. Accepts referrals from care management team members to coordinate AWVs.

9. Documents all patient interactions in the patient’s health record and care management documentation system.

10.Supports and participates in PHSO quality improvement activities at the direction of the quality manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

• AA degree

• Certifications & Licenses: Iowa state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years health care experience. Varied clinical experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

1. Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and management of secure information.

2. Strong communication (verbal/written) and organizational skills and ability to interact effectively with providers, clinic staff, and care management team members across the care continuum.

3. Demonstrated capacity to problem solve and prioritize in complex situations. 4. Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. 5. Ability to function effectively in a team based environment.

4. Basic Excel and Word skills.

5. Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures. 8. Obtain Certificate of Competency in Population Health Care Management within 12 months of hire.

6. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter within three months of hire

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Education Assistance offered

• Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater

• Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials

• Generous paid time off program

• Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center (https://www.mercyone.org/northiowa/find-a-location/location-results) is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center (https://www.mercyone.org/location/mercyone-new-hampton-medical-center-1) is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

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All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physical, drug screen and post offer exam.

EEO Employer F/M/Veteran/Disabled

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), VEVRAA, and Section 503, should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, please call Human Resources at (641) 428-7287 or email us at mc01hrrecruitment@mercyhealth.com

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran