Medical Assistant - Community Coordinator {177423}
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$29 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Cheektowaga, NY Cheektowaga, New York open_in_new |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$15.02
$18.13
$29.00
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Job Description
A-Line Staffing is now hiring a Full-Time, Temporary, Field-Based/Remote, Community Resource Coordinator in Erie, Suffolk, or Oneida counties in NY!
Why This Opportunity Matters
As a Community Resource Coordinator, you will play a vital role in improving access to preventive healthcare for Medicare members throughout New York.
This is a unique, hands-on opportunity to make a meaningful difference by bringing essential health screenings directly to members in their homes and communities.
Working independently, you will connect with members, coordinate appointments, and conduct retinal eye exams and bone mineral density screenings using specialized mobile medical equipment. Comprehensive training on the screening equipment will be provided.
Your work will help identify potential health concerns, reduce barriers to preventive care, and support Centene's Medicare Stars quality improvement initiatives.
Job Summary
We are seeking Community Resource Coordinators to support community-based healthcare initiatives focused on improving preventive screening rates for Medicare members throughout New York.
This position involves conducting member outreach, scheduling appointments, and performing retinal eye exams and bone mineral density screenings in members' homes and at community locations.
The ideal candidate will have a background in healthcare, medical assisting, or direct patient care and be comfortable working independently in a field-based environment.
Community Resource Coordinator Compensation
- The pay for this position is $29.00/hr + mileage reimbursement
- Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment
- A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates
Community Resource Coordinator Highlights
- This position is a contract assignment with potential to hire on permanently based upon attendance, performance, and business needs
- The required availability for this position Monday-Friday Day-Shift w/flexibility
Community Resource Coordinator Responsibilities
- Conduct telephonic outreach to Medicare members to schedule preventive health screenings.
- Perform retinal eye screenings and bone mineral density scans using specialized mobile medical equipment.
- Travel to members' homes and community events to provide screenings.
- Operate mobile retinal eye cameras and MiniOmni bone mineral density scanners following training.
- Educate members on the importance of preventive healthcare screenings.
- Coordinate and manage daily appointments to ensure timely completion of screenings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of member interactions, appointments, and completed screenings.
- Work independently to organize outreach activities, travel schedules, and screening appointments.
- Support Medicare Stars quality improvement initiatives by helping increase preventive screening participation.
- Meet daily productivity expectations through consistent member outreach and completed screenings.
Community Resource Coordinator Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout an assigned county.
- 1–2 years of related experience in healthcare, patient care, community outreach, or a similar field.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage daily schedules effectively.
- Comfortable interacting directly with members in their homes and community settings.
- Ability to learn and operate specialized medical screening equipment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working as a Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, or other healthcare professional.
- Hands-on experience using a retinal eye camera.
- Experience operating a bone mineral density scanner.
- Previous experience conducting patient screenings or health assessments.
- Experience working with Medicare members or community-based healthcare programs.
- Experience conducting telephonic patient outreach and appointment scheduling.
If you think this Community Resource Coordinator position is a good fit for you, please reach out to me—feel free to call, e-mail, or apply to this posting