Outreach Coordinator- Division of Infectious Diseases
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The Department of Medicine, Infectious Diseases has an exciting opportunity for an Outreach Coordinator.
The Outreach Coordinator oversees the development and implementation of public education and outreach programs, and assumes responsibility for creating, planning, preparing, and executing varied programs to reach targeted populations.
The Outreach Coordinator will be tasked with supporting HIV positive people who inject drugs (PWID) who are newly diagnosed or re-engaging in care, to have first provider visit, on-site phlebotomy, and immediate antiretoroviral HIV therapy (ART) induction at the SSP fixed site and mobile locations via tele-conference or face-to-face visit with an HIV provider.
The peer navigator will be essential for initiating ART among PWID.
The peer navigator will accompany PWID throughout the linkage to care and follow up treatment regimen appointments, assuring that initiation of ART occurs and that patients are supported with medication adherence.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Conduct peer navigation and linkage activities for HIV positive PWID Review of data and outcome, daily quality improvement assessment Meetings with Community Engagement Manager and Medical Director Document daily activities and number of clients served Maintain effective lines of communications with clients and prospective clients to ensure adherence to treatment goals and objectives are met Performs other duties as assigned Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in relevant fieldMinimum 1 year of public outreach experience, syringe service program, and knowledge of HIV outpatient careAny appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
LI-EL1The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.
We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority.
As a result, during the Influenza (the flu) season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Click here for additional information.
Job StatusFull timeEmployee TypeStaffPay Gradec103 Recommended Skills Ambulatory Care Communication Community Management Medicine Phlebotomy Quality Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet.
The Department of Medicine, Infectious Diseases has an exciting opportunity for an Outreach Coordinator.
The Outreach Coordinator oversees the development and implementation of public education and outreach programs, and assumes responsibility for creating, planning, preparing, and executing varied programs to reach targeted populations.
The Outreach Coordinator will be tasked with supporting HIV positive people who inject drugs (PWID) who are newly diagnosed or re-engaging in care, to have first provider visit, on-site phlebotomy, and immediate antiretoroviral HIV therapy (ART) induction at the SSP fixed site and mobile locations via tele-conference or face-to-face visit with an HIV provider.
The peer navigator will be essential for initiating ART among PWID.
The peer navigator will accompany PWID throughout the linkage to care and follow up treatment regimen appointments, assuring that initiation of ART occurs and that patients are supported with medication adherence.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Conduct peer navigation and linkage activities for HIV positive PWID Review of data and outcome, daily quality improvement assessment Meetings with Community Engagement Manager and Medical Director Document daily activities and number of clients served Maintain effective lines of communications with clients and prospective clients to ensure adherence to treatment goals and objectives are met Performs other duties as assigned Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in relevant fieldMinimum 1 year of public outreach experience, syringe service program, and knowledge of HIV outpatient careAny appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
LI-EL1The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.
We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority.
As a result, during the Influenza (the flu) season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Click here for additional information.
Job StatusFull timeEmployee TypeStaffPay Gradec103 Recommended Skills Ambulatory Care Communication Community Management Medicine Phlebotomy Quality Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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