This position will have oversight of grant expenses and will provide recommendations to ensure fiscal responsibility for the operating budgets of federal, state, and/or tribal funding sources.
Responsible for oversight of patient screening, patient education and follow-up services data entry into Cerner and other registries/tracking packages utilized, as well as quality assurance review with appropriate Community wellness program staff and appropriate clinic managers and medical executive committee members.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
Provides oversight of staff who provide health education and case management for patients due for screening, diagnostic services, including patient tracking, and follow-up. Works with appropriate operational leads to ensure quality delivery of care for patients who need treatment services, lifestyle interventions, and/or additional follow-up.
Collaborates with other SEARHC departments and strategic partners to improve patient access to comprehensive prevention and healthcare services including coordination of program activities, documentation of services, eligibility screening, reimbursement for services using grant funds, and expansion of services.
Collaborates with other local, state, and federal agencies involved in the provision of services as appropriate. Works with the Director of Community wellness and Grant Writers and the Finance team to prepare appropriate annual reports, non-competing continuation and competitive applications, and other service indicator reporting needs.
Other Functions
Travel to grantor and partner meetings, and for site and supervisory visits is required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
A supervisor has the responsibility and authority to hire, train, evaluate and discipline subordinates. A supervisor is distinguished from a lead person who assigns and checks work, trains, and schedules subordinates daily, and performs the same or more difficult duties performed by the subordinates.
Additional Details:
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
Master of Public Health or other professional health degree. A Bachelor’s degree + 2 additional years of related experience can be exchanged for a Master’s degree.
3 years’ experience in healthcare, public health, nutrition, or related field(s) to include grant coordination or management, health education, motivational interviewing or lifestyle counseling services in a public health or ambulatory care setting, including working within complex systems of patient care and referral.
Basic Life Support
Experience Required
2 years supervisory experience.
Knowledge of
Advanced knowledge of specific health topics, including cardiovascular health, breast, cervical and colorectal cancer prevention and screening, diabetes prevention and control, tobacco control and cessation, physical activity promotion, and nutrition, including knowledge of health education core competencies, and stages of change theory, motivational interviewing, and the socioecological model.
Working knowledge of group dynamics, ability to facilitate/train groups, and good customer service skills.
Skills in
Advanced computer application skills including email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and document organization.
Excellent oral/written communication skills, including interpersonal skills in relating to patients and staff in a sensitive and culturally competent manner.
Superb organizational and prioritization skills.
Problem analysis and solution skills as related to complex health care settings, using a systems approach.
Proficiency in the use of SEARHC’s electronic health data system (preferred).
Ability to
Ability to provide guidance and leadership to all levels of clinic staff, including communication skills to assertively work integrated service processes into existing clinic protocols.
Ability to collaborate with other programs to maximize service delivery and avoid duplication of services.
Position Information:
Work Shift:ExemptIf you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Skills Required
- Master of Public Health or another professional health degree; alternatively, a bachelor's degree plus two additional years of related experience
- Three years of experience in healthcare, public health, nutrition, or a related field, including grant coordination or management and health education, motivational interviewing, or lifestyle counseling in public health or ambulatory care
- Two years of supervisory experience
- Basic Life Support certification
- Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular health, cancer prevention and screening, diabetes prevention and control, tobacco cessation, physical activity promotion, nutrition, health education competencies, stages of change theory, motivational interviewing, and the socioecological model
- Knowledge of group dynamics and ability to facilitate or train groups
- Advanced computer application skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and document organization
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including culturally competent patient and staff interactions
- Strong organizational, prioritization, problem analysis, and solution development skills in complex healthcare settings
- Proficiency with SEARHC's electronic health data system
What We Do
For nearly 50 years, SEARHC has provided high-quality healthcare services to the residents of Southeast Alaska. Operating as an independent and nonprofit health Consortium, SEARHC provides a comprehensive range of health-related services, including primary, urgent and specialty medical care, dental services, behavioral health support, wellness programs, optometry services and more. We are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and quality of life for all people in these communities. SEARHC is committed to keeping care closer to home and making advanced medical technologies accessible to all. One of the many ways SEARHC does this is by offering specialty clinics or sending medical specialists to remote communities and facilities to care for patients who cannot travel. Established in 1975, SEARHC is one of the largest Native-run health organizations in the United States. In 1976, SEARHC contracted with the Indian Health Service under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act to assume management of the Community Health Aide Program. Today, SEARHC has more than 1,700 employees and operates in 27 communities throughout Southeast Alaska, including two Critical Access Hospitals.
