VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for a Telehealth Coordinator at MS State Penitentiary in Parchman, MS!
Looking for a rewarding career in the field of healthcare with competitive wages, annual incentive bonus, and excellent benefits?
At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.
TELEHEALTH COORDINATOR BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Identity Theft Protection
- Animal/Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
- 401K
- PTO
- Annual Incentive Bonus
TELEHEALTH COORDINATOR POSITION SUMMARY
The Telehealth Coordinator helps facilitate virtual medical consultations and appointments for patients who require specialized care beyond the facility's capabilities. They coordinate with outside healthcare providers, schedule appointments, and ensure that necessary medical records are prepared. Overall, the role of a Telehealth Coordinator in a correctional facility involves a combination of clinical care, coordination, and administrative tasks to provide essential healthcare services to inmates while adhering to the unique challenges of a correctional environment.
TELEHEALTH COORDINATOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- The Telehealth Coordinator maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for patients receiving specialized care. This involves documenting medical histories, test results, treatment plans, and communication with external healthcare providers.
- Telehealth Coordinator acts as a liaison between the correctional facility's medical team and external healthcare providers. They communicate medical needs, coordinate information exchange, and ensure seamless collaboration for patients' medical care.
- Alongside clinical duties, Telehealth Coordinators may have administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and coordinating with external healthcare providers.
TELEHEALTH COORDINATOR MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- At least 2 years of administrative/call center experience or the equivalent of education and experience.
- Medical background and knowledge is preferred
- Must possess a good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, including: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to maintain calendars and schedule appointments.
- Ability to divide attention among several tasks and prioritize those tasks.
- High School Diploma Required
