PS Clinical Care Spec

University of Utah, United States

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Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: PartTime

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Open Date 04/03/2024
Requisition Number PRN38137B
Job Title PS Clinical Care Spec
Working Title PS Clinical Care Spec
Job Grade UGR
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 20
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Part-time benefits eligible position, 20 hours per week. Schedule availability Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Scheduled shifts to be determined based on operational need. 
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $41,600 - $62,400 Full-Time ABA
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Responsible for the coordination of patient care in a multidisciplinary clinical setting for comprehensive care of individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome. Works with various providers and services to ensure the best possible treatment and outcome for patients. Coordinates necessary patient care services with physicians, therapists, lab, radiology, clinics and other specialists. 
 
This position is not responsible for providing patient care. 
 
This part-time position qualifies for the following benefits:

  • U of U 401(a) employer retirement plan (immediate vesting)
  • Employee supplemental retirement plan
  • Health care plan (will pay part-time employee rate)
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Group legal plan
  • Holiday pay (will be pro-rated based on FTE)


Information on University of Utah benefits can be viewed at:https://benefits.utah.edu/
Responsibilities
1.      Directs the scheduling of patient appointments with providers and ancillary services for a clinic every other month, and as needed. 
2.      Follows up on patient’s treatment, ensuring that patient needs are being met and that they understand the course of their treatment. 
3.      Triages patient questions and referrals and ensures appropriate coordination and follow through. Be available to the families, to help coordinate appointments and provide needed care information. 
4.      Work closely with the parent support group, the Utah Prader Willi Syndrome Association. 
5.      Gathers needed medical information to assist in the evaluation of patient needs. 
6.      Coordinates treatment-planning conferences and presentations. 
7.      Assists with communicating the treatment plan to patients, primary care physicians, and needed specialists. 
8.      Acts as a liaison with other care groups such as social work, schools, therapists, and nutrition. 
9.      Participates in discussions in forming guidelines in care management. 
10.    Collects baseline compliance measurements. 
11.    Participates in development and implementation of strategies to improve caregiver compliance. 
12.    Other duties as required.
Problem Solving
Challenges encountered by this position include complex scheduling with multiple physicians, coordinating treatment-planning conferences for physicians, locating missing medical records and helping patients resolve billing issues. 
This position is expected to determine how to process the patient through the system in the most effective way. This may include deciding which provider will see the patient and which physician to contact regarding health-related problems patients may experience.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Seldom: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids).
 
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. 
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
 
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration, Business, Communication, Nursing or related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are also required. Experience in oncology, multidisciplinary clinics, and/or working with high-acuity, complex patients may be preferred. 
 
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. 
 
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
  • Care Manager experience.
  • Experience working with developmental disabilities.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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