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Job Description
Job Description Position Summary:
Husky Health Center at the University of Washington has an excellent opportunity for a Student Healthcare Counselor in Primary Care to join our growing clinical staff. About this
Opportunity:
Reporting to the Health Services Manager, this position collaborates with clinicians and other team members to provide health counseling, patient care coordination, advocacy, and support for UW students. This is 1.0 FTE, 11-12-month onsite position Salary range•$4,586•$6,879 per month
Key Responsibilities:
Health Counseling, Care Coordination, and Student Support•80% Address a range of health and well-being concerns, including mental health, sexuality, gender identity and expression, contraception, sexual assault, abuse and violence prevention, and access to care Assess needs for preventive screening including mental health screening and STI screening, and coordinate care as appropriate Order indicated lab tests (e.g. STI screening) in collaboration with a medical provider; coordinate interpretation and follow-up of results Identify urgent problems and consult with clinical providers as appropriate Facilitate access to care by coordinating referrals, prior authorizations, and communication with internal and external providers Complete Insurance Navigator certification and provide coverage for other HHC navigators as needed Support students in navigating the health care system and accessing appropriate services Connect students with campus and community-based health, counseling, and reproductive health resources Contribute to health education and outreach efforts, including updating materials and delivering presentations as requested Clinic and Team Support•20% Assist with Primary Care and Same Day clinic scheduling, including procedure scheduling Serve as a resource for HHC staff on patient education topics Train as a chaperone for sensitive exams and participate in HHC's chaperone team Serve on HHC committees as requested Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in health care, public health, counseling, health education, or related field At least two years of direct interaction with patients in a healthcare setting
Additional Qualifications:
Proficiency with electronic health record systems (e.g. EPIC) Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications:
At least two years of experience providing care management, health counseling and/or health education
Working Conditions:
Husky Health staff members are considered essential employees and are expected to report to work during UW closures for severe weather, natural disasters, or other emergency conditions.
Work hours:
Monday•Friday, 8:00 am•5:00 pm Work location:
UW-Seattle Campus Telecommute:
This is a 100% onsite position
About Husky Health Center:
Husky Health Center, on the UW Seattle Campus in the Division of Student Life, is an AAAHC-accredited outpatient facility providing high quality health care to a primarily young adult population. As a student-focused clinical unit within the Division of Student Life, we are committed to supporting the health, well-being, and success of UW's student population. We provide comprehensive, full-spectrum primary and preventive care in over 40,000 patient encounters annually. Our services include Primary and Same Day Care, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, OB/GYN and Travel Medicine. We are co-located with an on-site pharmacy and a branch of the UW Medicine Laboratory, and we work collaboratively with campus partners like the UW Counseling Center and Student Life's health promotion and prevention services to provide holistic support that helps students thrive throughout their Husky experience.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum:
$55,032.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:
$82,548.00 annual
Other Compensation:
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Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
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