Dental Assistant - Sign on Bonus: $500.00

POSTED: 06/03/2021

Sign on Bonus: $500.00

Western North Carolina Community Health Services has a vacancy for a full-time dental assistant. We will be offering a $500 sign on bonus which will be received in two payments ($250) at 6 and 12 months. Ideal candidate will have dental assisting experience with x-ray certification; fluent in Spanish, Russian and/or Ukrainian highly preferred, but not required. Knowledge of Eaglesoft software will be beneficial. Clinic hours are Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm (with one hour paid lunch break). However, this position requires a work schedule of nine hours per day, four days per week. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org ; mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802; or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply

Part-time Dental Hygienist

POSTED: 06/25/2021

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a Federally Qualified Community Health Center, is seeking a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist for our busy dental clinic. Our dental clinic currently utilizes Eaglesoft charting and digital x-rays, and ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience with these processes. The current schedule for this position will be Monday and Friday, nine (9) hours per day (with a one hour paid lunch break). However, the schedule may change as we implement a new mobile dental unit. In addition to a very competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package. Applicants should send resume (or CV) and cover letter (Microsoft Word or PDF formats) via email to employment@wncchs.org or via US Postal Service to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Medical Director of Population Health

POSTED: 06/21/2021

Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a non-profit, Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) with 15 primary care and 9 integrated behavioral health providers, seeks a full-time Medical Director of Population Health. The Medical Director will provide direct patient care 3.5 days per week with 1.5 days administrative time.The Medical Director provides clinical and strategic leadership and direction to population health initiatives. The Medical Director will develop and execute strategies to improve patient care and meet the clinical objectives of all population health and risk-sharing arrangements. Collaborates with operational and finance leaders across the organization to enhance the delivery of care, adapt “best practices,” and develops and implements value-based financial incentive models, including upside gain-sharing arrangements, quality improvement incentive programs, governmental incentive programs, and other third party pay-for-performance programs. Population Health initiatives include but are not limited to quality improvement, risk score accuracy, government programs, KPIs, and improvement in ineffective utilization. The Medical Director helps clinicians focus on models of care that advance the health of the community and the individual, control cost, and enhances reimbursement through value-based purchasing and shared risk opportunities. The Medical Director will need working knowledge of P4P programs and care management models (ACOs, medical homes). Experience and demonstrated successful leadership of case management, disease management and /or population health programs. Knowledge of the concept of risk and how the application of risk management theory can alter population health outcomes. Experience working with the application of data analytics and performance measurement tools for improving patient outcomes. Minimum of 5 years in a clinical administrative role within a primary care setting. At least 2 years’ experience with governance and management in an established ACO and/or directing value-based reimbursement models. MD/DO with Board certification in family medicine or internal medicine required. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter (MS Word or PDF formats) by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or US mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Director of Population Health

POSTED: 06/17/2021 Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a non-profit, Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) with 15 primary care and 9 integrated behavioral health providers, seeks a full-time Director of Population Health (DPH). The Director is responsible for designing and implementing a robust population health management program at Western North Carolina Community Health Services aimed at improving patient centric health outcomes. The DHP will lead development of population health priorities including streamlining/coordinating disease management and complex care management. S/he will implement tools to monitor performance and outcomes, specifically population health indicators such as patient activation, preventative health risk, social/behavioral health risk and disease specific clinical outcomes with the goal of improving patient quality and cost and decreasing fragmented, episodic care. The Director will provide leadership in developing and implementing an organizational-wide approach to population health to drive improved patient outcomes at reduced costs. Develops and is accountable for short- and long-term strategic initiatives for population health programs across WNCCHS. DHP will develop the framework and related protocols in which all clinical integration and population health initiatives will be deployed. The Director will work closely with senior leadership to set and articulate WNCCHS’s population health management vision and gaining the commitment of internal leaders and providers. Also, will serve as the subject matter expert for population health and value-based care programs. 5+ years of relevant care management/population health or value-based care experience in a healthcare organization serving Medicaid or Medicare beneficiaries required. Must have experience working with developing value-based care models. In-depth knowledge of Utilization Review, Patient Centered Medical Homes, Practice Transformation, Health Plan Operations, or ACO development. Master’s degree in Public Health or Business/Health Administration or health related field required. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter (MS Word or PDF formats) by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or US mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Director of Medical Office Operations

POSTED: 05/25/2021

Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a non-profit, Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) with 15 primary care and 9 integrated behavioral health providers, seeks a full-time Director of Medical Office Operations. The Director will manage daily operations including all clinical and administrative functions of the practice operations. The Director will partner with providers, administrative and clinical staff to develop and implement convenient and prompt access to primary care, and lead practice transformation processes to produce measurable changes in patient access, health outcomes and preventive care management. A minimum of five years practice management experience managing physician groups of 10+ providers and directly supervising both clinical and non-clinical staff. A bachelor’s degree in business/healthcare administration or nursing is required. A master’s degree in business/healthcare administration or public health is preferred. CMPE or FACHE certification is also preferred, as well as a background with Lean/Six Sigma. A successful track record in leading and managing change in medical practices as well as performance improvement and clinical best practices within primary care are required. Familiarity with the role of an FQHC in the community is desired. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are desired but is not required. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter (MS Word or PDF formats) by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or US mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Ryan White Medical Social Worker

POSTED: 05/25/2021 Western NC Community Health Services, a Federally Qualified Health Center, seeks a full-time Medical Social Worker to assist with our Ryan White program. Applicant must have the knowledge and skills to coordinate and monitor services for HIV positive adult patients across care settings (inpatient - outpatient), levels of care (primary care - specialty care), and functional status (unstable - stable). Applicant must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or possess a Bachelor’s level Medical Social Work degree. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org, or apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. E.O. employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Medical Assistant - Sign on Bonus: $500.00

POSTED: 05/24/2021

Sign on Bonus: $500.00

Western NC Community Health Services has a vacancy for a full-time medical assistant. We will be offering a $500 sign on bonus which will be received in two payments ($250) at 6 and 12 months. Ideal candidate will have prior experience, preferably in an outpatient clinical setting. Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Russian/Ukranian) candidates desired, but not required. Our clinical hours are Monday – Friday 7:45 am – 5:45 pm and Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm (for staff who work the evening clinic). Medical Assists typically work four, ten hour shifts (with one hour paid lunch break). We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word or PDF format); mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802; or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Care Coordinator Medical Assistant

POSTED: 07/19/2021

Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a non-profit, Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC), seeks a full-time Medical Assistant for our Care Coordinator program. The Care Coordinator Medical Assistant is part of an interdisciplinary team whose responsibilities are the coordination of activities for the patients of a primary care/HIV care practice who directly supports WNCCHS’ highest risk patients. This position will support high risk patients by addressing Social Determinants of Health and resource connecting. Applicants with a minimum of five years of experience in a primary care/HIV care practice is preferred. Knowledge of the FQHC role in the community is also desired. Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office products are required. High School graduate or GED required; Associate degree in Human Services or Certified Medical Assistant is preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are desired but not required. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter (MS Word or PDF formats only) by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or US mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. Phone inquiries welcome at 828-285-0622, X 2026. WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Licensed Practical Nurse

POSTED: 07/20/2021

Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a non-profit, Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC), seeks a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The LPN will join our COVID-19 response team working both onsite as well as in the community performing COVID-19 vaccinations and testing. The LPN will also work closely with the health care teams, either face to face or via telephone. The LPN will obtain medical/surgical/family/social history from patients and or their guardian or representative. The LPN will provide appropriate care to ill, injured or disabled patients, and will advise the patients and their caregivers on health maintenance and disease prevention. Graduation from an approved practical nursing program holding a current North Carolina Licensed Practical Nurse license, as well as current BLS certification. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of LPN experience in a medical office environment; excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; and advanced knowledge of medical terminology are all required. Expert knowledge of outpatient clinic operations and familiarity with the role of FQHCs in the community is preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are desired but is not required. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter (MS Word or PDF formats only) by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or US mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. Phone inquiries welcome at 828-285-0622, X 2026. WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Assistant

POSTED: 05/25/2021

Western NC Community Health Services has an opening for a full-time Human Resources Assistant. Ideal candidate will be bilingual (English and Spanish), but is not required. Prior experience in human resources with a focus on recruitment and retention for medical office staff, credentialing providers, employee recognition and employee wellbeing programs are required. The HR Assistant responsibilities include recruiting and retention efforts, Federal and State labor compliance issues, employment credentialing and employee relations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office products are also required. Experience with Relias Learning System and Employee Navigator are desired. SHRM certification is also desired, but not required. Work hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5 pm (with one hour paid lunch break) and NO evening, weekend or holiday work required. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org or mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802, or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Patient Services Associate Dental Department

POSTED: 06/29/2021

Western North Carolina Community Health Services has a vacancy for a full-time Patient Services Associate for our dental front desk. The Patient Services Associate is an entry level position that requires excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Russian/Ukrainian) candidates desired, but not required. Medical office experience is preferred. This position is responsible for greeting and registering patients upon arrival; notifying appropriate personnel; scheduling follow-up visits; canceling and rescheduling appointments; obtaining and entering patient demographic information into our database, as well as distributing pertinent information (i.e., insurance information) to other departments; collecting service fees and co-pays; answering phone calls and re-routing them to the appropriate personnel. Essential qualifications include attention to detail, flexibility, the ability to multitask, and adapt to a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of HIPPA guidelines and patient confidentiality preferred. Candidates may apply by submitting a resume (Microsoft Word or PDF formats only) via e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Patient Services Associate Medical Department

POSTED: 06/29/2021

Western North Carolina Community Health Services has a vacancy for a full-time Patient Services Associate for our medical front desk. The APatient Services Associate is an entry level position that requires excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Russian/Ukrainian) candidates desired, but not required. Medical office experience is preferred. This position is responsible for greeting and registering patients upon arrival; notifying appropriate personnel; scheduling follow-up visits; canceling and rescheduling appointments; obtaining and entering patient demographic information into our database, as well as distributing pertinent information (i.e., insurance information) to other departments; collecting service fees and co-pays; answering phone calls and re-routing them to the appropriate personnel. Essential qualifications include attention to detail, flexibility, the ability to multitask, and adapt to a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of HIPPA guidelines and patient confidentiality preferred. Candidates may apply by submitting a resume (Microsoft Word or PDF formats only) via e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Medical Records Associate

Posted: 07/15/2021

Western NC Community Health Services has an opening for a full-time Medical Records Associate. Ideal candidate must have a minimum of three years prior medical records experience, as well as familiarity with HIPAA regulations, medical terminology and excellent data entry skills. Work hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5 pm (with one hour paid lunch break) and limited evening, weekend or holiday work required. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org or mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802, or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Ambassador of First Impressions

POSTED: 07/16/2021

Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a Federally Qualified Health Center, seeks a full-time Ambassador of First Impressions. The Ambassador of First Impressions sets the tone for the health center the moment each patient walks in the door. He/she is the first person and the last person the patient sees when they come to the health center for care. He/she is responsible for supporting the front office staff by identifying and working with patients who may require extra time and attention during the intake process in order to maintain an efficient check-in process and create an exceptional patient experience. This extra attention may be needed to help the patient complete the registration form, read and understand documents or deal with any insurance problems that would otherwise create a bottleneck at the check-in process. Along with a minimum of two years’ experience in a customer service role applicants must have the ability to provide exceptional customer service, anticipate patient needs and use good judgment; work well under stress with difficult customers; have proficiency in learning new technology quickly; and possess excellent organizational skills. Additionally, applicants must be bilingual (English/Spanish). Candidates may apply by submitting a resume (Microsoft Word or PDF formats only) via e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Patient Revenue Associate

POSTED: 07/20/2021

Western North Carolina Community Health Services, Inc. has a vacancy for a full-time Patient Revenue Associate. The Patient Revenue Associate position requires excellent customer service, advanced computer skills as well as knowledge of medical billing procedures and payer guidelines. This position is responsible for compiling, computing and recording billing information, as well as preparing electronic transmissions to third-party payers and reconciling payments to patients’ accounts. These tasks will require maintaining several databases; reviewing claims denials; monitoring unpaid claims to ensure processing within the standard billing cycle for third party insurers. Ideal candidate will possess a keen attention to details; easily adapt to an ever changing electronic records environment; ability to work in a team environment; adapt to a fast paced environment; and possess excellent communication skills. Work hours will be eight hours per day Monday – Friday, and will range from 8 am – 7 pm (with one hour paid lunch break) and NO evening, weekend or holiday work required. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org ; mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802; or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Director, Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH)

POSTED: 06/18/2021

The Director, Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) oversees all aspects of clinical integration across Western North Carolina Community Health Services and is responsible for developing and guiding implementation of the IBH strategy and program as part of population health approach. The Director leads, manages and oversees a team of IBH clinicians in the provision of all integrated behavioral health services and is responsible for the sustainability of integrated behavioral health, as well as the outcomes associated with IBH performance standards. The Director is responsible for engaging community IBH partners and stakeholders, grant-writing and innovative program implementation to transform the provision of behavioral health services in primary care. This position represents the organization in providing consultation services to external clients and is also a key member in state and regional efforts to expand integrated behavioral health care within primary care. The Director will serve as the subject matter expert for behavioral health, responsible for overall strategy development, including standardized care management approach for members with behavioral health needs and coordination strategy with delegated behavioral health entities Ten years of clinical experience providing evidence-based therapeutic treatment services with Mental Health and/or Substance Use pediatric and adult populations and a working knowledge of public/private behavioral health/substance abuse treatment delivery systems. Five years’ experience in a supervisory role, supervising staff, programs, systems, and grants. This position is a combination of clinical and administrative role, which will consist of at least 3.5 days of direct patient care with 1.5 days of administrative time. Master’s Degree as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of North Carolina, or master’s degree in psychology or counseling is required. Licensed in the State of North Carolina as any of the following: Clinical Psychologist (Psy.D or Ph.D) or licensed Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Clinical Nurse Specialist (PMHCNS) is preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are desired but is not required. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter by US mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor

POSTED: 06/18/2021

Western North Carolina Community Health Services, a Federally Qualified Community Health Center, is hiring a full-time licensed counselor. Candidate must possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related Human Services field with appropriate license to practice, such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), is required. A minimum of three years experience working with culturally diverse populations, preferably Hispanic, with mental health/substance abuse and related disorders is required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are preferred, but not required. Prior integrated care experience is also preferred. Work hours are Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (with one hour paid lunch break) and NO evening, weekend or holiday work required. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Successful candidate may also qualify for educational loan repayment assistance. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org or mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802, or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Patient Assistance Specialist

POSTED: 07/29/2021 Western NC Community Health Services, a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center, seeks a full-time Patient Assistance Specialist. Applicant must have experience and skills to assess financial need for medical assistance, as well as assist in obtaining documentation to qualify patients for public/private health care and medication assistance programs. Certified Marketplace Counselor is preferred, but not required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidate is preferred, but not required. We offer a very competitive salary as well as an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter (MS Word format) by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or USPS mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802.

Pharmacy Service Associate

POSTED: 07/28/2021

Western NC Community Health Services has an opening for a full-time Pharmacy Service Associate. Ideal candidate will be bilingual (English/Spanish), and must have basic computer skills, cashier experience as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.). Position requires excellent customer service skills. Work hours are Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm or 9am – 5 pm or 11am – 7pm (with one hour paid lunch break) and NO holiday work required. This position works a rotating shift every three weeks. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org or mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802, or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Optometrist

POSTED: 07/28/2021

Western North Carolina Community Health Services, Inc. (WNCCHS), a Federally Qualified Health Center in Asheville, NC is seeking a NC Board Certified Optometrist to join a highly integrated team of 15 family medicine practitioners, 5 dentists, and 8 behavioral health clinicians, in a community health center setting. The candidate will provide optometric care to adults and children from internal referrals and will evaluate, monitor, and treat eye conditions including glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and other eye-related diseases. We are seeking a candidate to work 1-2 days/week (flexible) to create and grow a new patient-centric service within a growing community health center. Potential for additional hours as the service grows.

Candidate should be NC Board Certified as well as TPA certified.

Candidates may submit CV and cover letter (MS Word or PDF formats) by e-mail to employment@wncchs.org . WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Laboratory Technician

POSTED: 06/25/2021

Western NC Community Health Services is hiring a full-time Laboratory Technician. Candidates must have prior phlebotomy experience. Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Russian/Ukrainian) candidates desired, but not required. Lab hours are Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., and technicians work five, eight hour shifts per week (with one hour paid lunch break per day). Ability to work flexible hours is required. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org or mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802, or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply

Behavioral Health Qualified Professional

POSTED: 06/18/2021 Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS), a Federally Qualified Health Center, seeks a full-time Behavioral Health Qualified Professional. Applicant must have the knowledge and skills to screen, assess and assist patients in crisis; coordinate and manage services for patients across care settings (inpatient - outpatient), levels of care (primary care - specialty care), and functional status (unstable - stable); and support the Office Based Opioid Treatment program by screening patients, ensure patient engagement, ensure patient adherence to treatment plan and follow-up care management. Applicant must possess a Bachelor Degree in human services (psychology, social work or a behavioral science). Bilingual (English/Spanish) desired. Candidates may apply by submitting a resume (Microsoft Word or PDF formats only) via e-mail to employment@wncchs.org or apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Advanced Practice Clinician for Primary Care (Mobile Unit)

INACTIVE Western NC Community Health Services, a Federally Qualified Health Center, seeks a full-time Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) with at least 3 to 5 years of primary care experience. This position is for the initial launch of our medical mobile unit and will require some flexibility in work sites (may be mobile or clinical sites). In a multidisciplinary team setting, the provider is expected to manage the primary medical and behavioral health needs of low-income/uninsured adult and pediatric patients. Fluency in Spanish or Russian/Ukrainian is highly preferred. Once employed the provider may be eligible for educational loan repayment. Currently our providers work four, ten hour shifts per week, with no evening, weekend or holidays required. Additionally, no hospital calls required. Applicants may submit resume and cover letter by e-mail (MS Word format only) to employment@wncchs.org, or mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. Phone inquiries welcomed at 828-285-0622, X 2026. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Mobile Unit Medical Assistant - Sign on Bonus: $500.00

INACTIVE

Sign on Bonus: $500.00

Western North Carolina Community Health Services has a vacancy for a full-time medical assistant. We will be offering a $500 sign on bonus which will be received in two payments ($250) at 6 and 12 months. Ideal candidate will have prior experience, preferably in an outpatient clinical setting. This position is for the initial launch of our medical mobile unit and will require some flexibility in work sites (may be mobile or clinical sites). Medical Assistants typically work four, ten hour shifts (with one hour paid lunch break). Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Russian/Ukranian) candidates desired, but not required. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org ; mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802; or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply

Mobile Support Specialist

INACTIVE

Western NC Community Health Services has a vacancy for a full-time support specialist for our new mobile medical clinic. We are seeking an exceptional individual with outstanding customer service skills to support the medical and dental providers in the mobile clinic. Ideal candidate will have prior medical reception/clerical experience in an outpatient setting working with an electronic medical record. The Mobile Support Specialist (MSS) will greet/register patients, obtain patient demographic and financial information, assist with setup and break down of the mobile clinic, provide inventory tracking and supply ordering and help maintain a clean and orderly appearance of the mobile clinic. The MSS will work four, ten hour shifts (with one hour paid lunch break). Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Russian/Ukranian) candidates desired, but not required. Candidates who possess a valid CDL license are preferred. Excellent communication skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize are essential. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment alongside a clinical team in a confined space. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may email resume/cover letter (MS Word format) to employment@wncchs.org ; mail to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802; or complete application at 257 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801. WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Pharmacy Technician

POSTED: 04/19/2021

Western NC Community Health Services is hiring a full-time (40 hour week) Board and Nationally Certified Technician for our clinic pharmacy. Retail experience is preferred. Our pharmacy operates Monday – Friday (with one hour paid lunch break), NO weekend or holiday work required. Ideal candidate will be bilingual (Spanish or Russian/Ukrainian) but is not required. We offer a very competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Candidates may apply in person at 257 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, or email resume and cover letter to employment@wncchs.org . WNCCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.

Front Office Supervisor

Inactive

The Front Office Supervisor provides direct supervision to the front office and call center staff and manages processes associated with patient check in/out, customer service, appointment scheduling, telephone call management, registration, co-pay collections, insurance verification, patient recall and end of day closure. S/he is responsible for creating efficient front office processes, allocating resources effectively to meet/exceed patient and internal customer needs.

• Ensures that patients and visitors are greeted warmly with courtesy, friendliness and the highest degree of customer service and professionalism at all times.
• Ensures that front office/call center staff support the needs of the providers and clinical team with a high degree of professionalism, courtesy, and responsiveness. Regularly seeks feedback from providers and clinical staff.
• Continually observes and evaluates workflows, call volumes and patient throughput. Regularly devises changes in workflows and processes to increase efficiency and improve wait times and throughput.
• Analyzes call volume highs and lows and adjusts staffing accordingly.
• Recommends innovative approaches to streamline front office processes for efficiency and to provide a better patient experience.
• Keeps up with industry standards related to efficient patient scheduling models, patient reminder systems, efficient check-in processes and queue management.
• Develops and communicates written standards and protocols for all front office/call center functions (i.e., patient scheduling, check in/out, opening and closing procedures, insurance verification, etc).
• Develops performance standards and metrics for key tasks of front desk/call center staff. Designs reports to monitor staff performance.
• Coaches/mentors staff and develops written performance improvement plans when performance of staff does not meet expectations; monitors improvement and takes necessary action to ensure expected performance is achieved.

Candidates may apply in person at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 or send resume and cover letter by US mail to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 338, Asheville, NC 28802. WNCCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; racial/ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.