Job description
Salary
$21.12 - $26.96 Hourly
Location
Tillamook, OR
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Department
Health - Admin Staff
Job Number
2223-00040
Closing
1/27/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Details
Department: Health*
Union Affiliation: AFSCME
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Total Hours Per Week: 40
Salary Range: $21.12 - $26.96 / Hour
In order to be considered for this position, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Or, you must have an approved religious or medical exception. Fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days past your final COVID vaccine. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date. Refer to PH 38-2021.
INTRODUCTION:
This classification promotes community health and wellness by assisting individuals and families in receiving County medical services through our Mobile Clinic Program. The purpose is to create healthier communities by partnering with community organizations and school districts throughout Tillamook County to provide culturally appropriate health and wellness services, education, and screenings directly to those who might otherwise lack access to preventive care, behavioral health, or dental services.
Examples of Essential Duties
(Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples. Any one position may not perform all listed tasks.)
Safely operate and drive a 40-foot recreational vehicle (RV) to various designated sites. Possess ability to set-up, operate, load and unload RV equipment (leveling jacks, generator, HVAC unit, shore power, water tanks) and prepare RV for use at designated sites (training provided).- Inspect equipment daily for damage, equipment failures, and safety items to ensure the safe use of the equipment while performing assigned duties. Ensure equipment is fully charged, water and fuel levels full, (fill gas tank as needed with County gas card), prior to delivering RV to service site. Fill out, in writing, the Daily Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR). Possess ability to perform shut down procedures, perform clean-up services, and empty garbage. Other duties as assigned.
- Driver needs to be safe, courteous, and professional. Driver serves as a professional representative of Tillamook County Community Health Centers (TCCHC). Driver will need to pass a background check and be HIPAA certified, and complete other required training. Driver must possess a current Oregon driver’s license, have a clear DMV record, and show proof of valid insurance.
- Acts as registration staff for Mobile Clinic provider and support staff throughout Tillamook County.
- Add, update, and maintain current patient information in the EPIC or in a similar Electronic Health Records database.
- Provide information to patients regarding patient rights and responsibilities, fee discount schedules, and insurance benefits.
- Ensure clients seeking services have completed required medical forms. Provide assistance if necessary. Verify that the information which has been supplied is correct and current.
- Use a broad understanding of health care resources to conduct intake interviews and screen new patients for program eligibility, discount scheduling, and to identify barriers to accessing services.
- Processes medical records requests, subpoenas, and various requests from insurance companies.
- Receive, open, date stamp, and distribute mail, reports, requests, or files when recipient is easily determined. Package and mail specimens and perform required record keeping.
Typical Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge: Knowledge of operating and driving a 40-foot RV or equivalent vehicle. Six months experience driving a commercial vehicle (RV, bus, ambulance, fire truck, or other large vehicle). A safe driver with a valid driver’s license and no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years. No convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or any drugs within the past 10 years. Knowledge of general office practices and procedures including filing, word processing, and record keeping. Knowledge of the organization served, its terminology, and its workflow to employ the correct set and sequence of tasks, steps, or operations. Extensive knowledge of rules, procedures, and operations of business practices to perform the more complex, interrelated, or one-of-a-kind clerical processing procedures.
Skills: Skill in the use of various software systems such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Skill in the operation of office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, shredders, microfilming, cameras, and postage meters. Skill in human relations and effective communication skills. Skill in problem identification and resolution techniques. Skill in driving.
Abilities: Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Able to independently follow established guides and instructions. Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Able to prioritize work and manage time effectively. Able to courteously meet and deal with other employees, committee members, vendors, consultants, outside agencies, and the public. Able to make independent decisions under general guidelines. Able to prioritize own work and serve as a trainer or consultant for lower classified staff.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Two years of progressively responsible office or clerical experience with six months in the program or general area in which the position is located (i.e., health care, tax assessment, emergency management, etc.). Two years of education above the high school level may be substituted for experience. Some positions may require fluency in Spanish.
At time of appointment, must possess a valid Oregon driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal history background investigation.
Supplemental Information
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Positions at this level perform varied work assignments, make decisions, and take action under minimal supervision.
Extensive guidelines in the form of instructions, manuals, regulations, and procedures apply to the work. The employee must use judgment in locating and selecting the most appropriate guideline for application to the circumstances of the case at hand.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed in an office environment and is generally sedentary. Position requires vision and hearing conversations. Some positions may require kneeling, light lifting and carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, walking, or extended periods of standing or sitting. Work may be performed in a setting with frequent distractions and interruptions. Some positions may require work in a field office or location.
Tillamook County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 20 hours or more of the regularly scheduled work week.
Part-time regular employees working more than 20 hours but less than 40 hours will receive a pro-rated amount based on their regularly scheduled time.
Employees are eligible for insurance benefits the first day of the month following a full 30 days of employment.
- Health & Prescription Drug Insurance - employees working 37 hours or more per week pay 10% of their total premiums for Regence BlueCross/BlueShield of Oregon medical plan
- Dental Insurance - your choice of ODS or Willamette Dental plans
- Vision Insurance - the VSP vision plan
- Employee Assistance Program - provides face-to-face assessment and counseling, 24-hour crisis assistance, and on-line resources
- Wellness Program - provides a variety of programs and resources which include; Weight Talk®, Quit For Life®, Personal Health Coast and on-site health screenings.
- HRA/VEBA - employees receive an employer contribution of $115 a month to this personal tax-free health reimbursement account
- Basic Life and AD&D - provided at no cost to employees
- Long Term Disability Insurance - provided at no cost to employees
- Retirement Plan - employees are eligible for the County-sponsored Retirement Plan after 6 full months of employment. The County contributions are based on the employee's gross monthly salary; earning an 8% annual interest. Employees can also contribute up to 10% of their monthly salary to the Voluntary Employee Account.
- Holiday Pay - employees are eligible for 12 paid holidays, including a floating holiday, beginning on the first day of employment
- Sick Leave - employees begin to accrue at 8 hours a month upon hire and are eligible to use leave after 3 full months of employment
- Vacation - employees begin to accrue at 8.66 hours a month beginning on the first day of employment and are eligible to use vacation days 6 full months of employment
- Optional Benefit Plans include: Flexible Spending Accounts, 457(b) deferred compensation plans, supplemental life insurance plans and Aflac products are available for employee purchase through payroll deduction
Agency
Tillamook County
Address
201 Laurel Avenue
Tillamook, Oregon, 97141
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