Health Referral Assistant at Wilton Rancheria

Elk Grove, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Referrals, Health Insurance, HIPAA Compliance, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office, Communication Skills, Listening Skills, Time Management, Professionalism, Teamwork, Case Management, Tribal Communities, Record Keeping, Data Entry, Grant Reporting, Wellness Programs

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: 9728 KENT ST - ELK GROVE, CA 95624 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day POSITION SUMMARY: Under Wilton Rancheria’s Department of Health, the Health Referral Assistant will assist the Purchased Referred Care (PRC) Manager in all appropriate duties and provide support to all department programs. This full-time position (Salary; dependent on education and experience) will be under the direct supervision of the PRC Manager. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide guidance and support to the Director of Health, and all programs' staff to ensure success of Health Program Services, Activities, and Functions; including but not limited to: Provide assistance to the Purchased Referred Care (PRC) program, specifically, to the PRC Manager, including facilitation of referrals, authorizations, and obtaining access to healthcare. Provide assistance and direction to the creation and sustainment of the Department’s Health Insurance Premium program. Perform reporting requirements of all grant and budgetary needs of the Department of Health programs. Provide support and occasionally take lead to the Department’s Wellness programs, including Elders Food Distribution, Fitness classes, community garden, talking circles, and other Wellness appropriate opportunities. Support department records policy in maintaining accurate member records through documentation, data entry and written reports; and Other duties as assigned. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of medical & dental referrals and authorizations (required). Knowledge of health insurance coverage and premiums (required). Knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) laws and the support of its laws. Basic medical terminology for management of client/patient files. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, and others. Effective oral and written communication at all levels demonstrating mastery of the English language. Strong listening skills, especially relevant to the American Indian/Alaskan Native population. Ability to communicate and work effectively with people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels. Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and develop realistic action plans, effective time management skills. Ability to maintain professionalism in all aspects of work; always exhibiting sound and good judgment. Ability to work independently and as a team player to complete tasks quickly and efficiently, supporting the success of the health department programs. Knowledge of state, federal, native, and non-native community business/organizations and ability to create and maintain healthy working relationships supporting the department of health programs (preferred). QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of two years of previous successful experience in case management in a tribal health program or other clinic/hospital (required). Two-year Associates Degree or completion of certificate program in health-related field (preferred). Knowledge of Tribal communities, specifically the Wilton Rancheria Tribal community (preferred). Possession of a valid driver’s license, transportation and insurance are required. Must pass a background security check prior to employment. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug tests as requested over course of employment. Must be able to work evening hours and weekends on occasion. NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY The Wilton Rancheria Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status, or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, preference is given to Wilton Rancheria Tribal Members, then to spouses of Wilton Rancheria Tribal Members and to other Native Americans. All applicants claiming preference must submit verification of their Indian heritage.

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Responsibilities

The Health Referral Assistant will assist the PRC Manager with referrals, authorizations, and healthcare access. They will also support various health programs and maintain accurate member records.