Immune Boosting Recipes For 2021

Immune boosting is a GREAT thing, especially now. It's important to keep your immune system as healthy as possible. Eating the RIGHT foods is a great way to go about that. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a couple of immune boosting recipes for 2021, that we found online, in this week's blog. If your immune system isn't feeling so strong lately and you think you should see a doctor, consider Central Ozarks Medical Center. All of our phone numbers can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org.

Immune Boosting Recipes For 2021

Source: https://www.sarahgoldrd.com/immune-boosting-carrot-ginger-soup-instant-pot/

YIELD: 4-6 SERVINGS

Carrot Ginger Immune-Boosting Soup

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

TOTAL TIME

30 minutes

Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 small yellow onion, diced

1 lb carrots, diced into 1/2-inch rounds

1-inch knob ginger, finely diced

1/2 inch knob turmeric, peeled and finely chopped. Or 1 tsp turmeric powder.

1/2 tsp Kosher salt

4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

1 cup full-fat coconut milk

Freshly ground pepper

Instructions

Instant Pot Instructions:

Turn on Instant Pot to sauté on high and set to 10 minutes. Add olive oil then onion and carrot and sauté until they soften, about 5-6 minutes. Then add ginger and turmeric and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, stirring regularly. Turn off sauté function.

Add salt and broth. Then set Instant Pot to pressure cook on high for 10 minutes. Add cover and seal and let Instant Pot do it’s thing. When it finishes, release pressure by turning pressure valve – steam will release. Once steam is done releasing, remove lid.

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it’s a smooth consistency. If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer soup in batches to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Stir in coconut milk and season with freshly ground pepper.

Leftovers can be kept in refrigerator for 3-5 days.

Stovetop Instructions:

Heat a large soup pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat Add olive oil, onion, and carrot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until soft. Then add ginger and turmeric and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Add broth and salt. Bring to a boil and boil and then turn heat down and simmer for 20 minutes to let flavors meld and carrots get really soft. When done, follow step 3 in directions above to blend and add coconut milk/pepper.

Notes: You can find fresh turmeric near the ginger. But if you don't have it, you can use dried. Be careful when handling fresh turmeric. It stains!

Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days or freezer for up to 3 months.

Source: https://greenletes.com/cinnamon-roasted-almonds/

Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

This healthy 4-ingredient Cinnamon Roasted Almond snack recipe is ready in 10 minutes. It's completely vegan with very little added sugar.

 Course Snack

 Cuisine American

 Prep Time 5 minutes

 Cook Time 10 minutes

 Servings 4 servings

 Calories 214 kcal

 Author Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD

Ingredients

1 cup raw whole almonds

½ tablespoon agave

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

⅛ teaspoon salt

cooking spray or drizzle of Canola oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Place almonds in a mixing bowl.  Drizzle agave or honey over the almonds.  Use a spatula to stir and coat the almonds with agave.

Mix in cinnamon and salt and stir a with spatula.  Try to make sure the almonds are evenly coated.

Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray, or drizzle with canola oil (spread oil over pan with paper towel).  Spread almonds evenly on the pan.

Bake for 10 minutes.

While still warm, taste the almonds and add a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.  Let cool, and enjoy!

Enjoy These Immune Boosting Recipes!

We encourage you to keep the strength of your immune system in mind when searching for new recipes to try out. There are so many to choose from online. Again, if your immune system isn't feeling so strong lately and you feel the need to schedule an appoint with a doctor, please consider Central Ozarks Medical Center, where your health is our mission.

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COMC is Looking To Hire Medical Reception At Our Richland Location!

We are so grateful to be growing the way we are during this time. Our staff is like a family here at Central Ozarks Medical Center. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to tell you all about the Medical Reception position we are hiring for in this week's blog. Keep reading for a full job description and a direct link to apply.

Medical Reception

Richland, MO

Description

Responsibilities: The Medical Receptionist is responsible for basic clerical tasks such as answering phones, greeting patients and visitors, and scheduling appointments in a professional and timely manner. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information including personal and financial information using electronic medical record system.

• Verifies patient insurance.

• Facilitates patient flow by notifying the provider of patients' arrival using electronic medical record system.

• Protects patient confidentiality.

• Makes appointments and keeps accurate appointment schedules.

• Efficiently works in electronic medical record system, files and retrieves medical charts.

• Collects and records payments for services.

• Performs daily reconciliation tasks, balances and prepares deposit slip.

• Makes deposit at the end of each business day.

• Properly navigates incoming and outgoing faxes by assigning to appropriate staff.

• Scans and attaches patient documents to proper electronic chart location or assign to appropriate staff member.

• Welcomes and greets all patients and visitors, in person or over the phones.

• Answers the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner using proper telephone etiquette.

• Responsible for keeping the reception area clean and organized.

• Responds to patients', prospective patients, and visitor inquiries in a courteous manner.

Requirements

Qualifications Requirements:  The Medical Receptionist must have the ability to plan and organize assignments and be self-motivating. Must possess patience in dealing with all people. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, vendors and all members of the public. Must have computer experience.

Education and/or experience: GED or High School diploma.  Previous experience in a medical office desirable.   

Language Skills:  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from all customers.

Mathematical Skills:  Balancing daily log and bank deposit slip.  

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  

Other Skills and Abilities:  Outgoing personality with strong phone etiquette skills, outstanding customer service skills.  

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This includes moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting or moving over 35 pounds of weight.

Travel Requirement: To fulfill the responsibility for the position travel to all COMC locations may be required.  Employee must have valid Missouri driver’s license and availability of a motor vehicle.  

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Knowledge of, and compliance with, HIPAA and 340B regulations is required. Confidentiality of patient information is mandatory.

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COMC thanks you for your interest in working with us! If you have any questions, please give us a call. All of the proper phone numbers can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. You can also follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements and health tips.

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COMC is Looking To Hire a Medical Assistant (Float)!

It's that time again! Our Lake of the Ozarks health clinics are growing! This time we are looking to hire a Medical Assistant (Float). Please keep reading this week's blog to learn all about this position and directions on how to apply. If you have any questions, please give us a call. All of our phone numbers can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org.

Medical Assistant/Float

Osage Beach

Description

Central Ozarks Medical Center (COMC) is excited to announce an opening for a Medical Assistant.  COMC is a non-profit, federally qualified health center that has served Pulaski, Laclede, Camden and Miller counties for over 40 years with clinics located in Richland, Camdenton, and Osage Beach Missouri.  COMC is looking for a team member who is a comfortable working with patients from a diverse background. 

Responsibilities:  The Medical Assistant works alongside physicians and are cross trained to perform administrative and clinical duties. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Will render professional quality health care to patients.

• Must be aware of and comply with required services and data, according to the Health Care Plan and Quality Assurance Plan of Central Ozarks Medical Center.

• Must be able to gather adequate historical data and ensure patient comfort, flow and confidentiality.

• Must be able to maintain medical records.

• Will collect and record defined data and prepare reports, as required.

• Places patients in exam rooms and records vital signs, current complaints and pertinent history.

• Assists the provider in treatment of patients.

• Provides patient education. 

• Prepares exam rooms and instruments, as appropriate to anticipated utilization.

• Cleans and stocks supplies in treatment areas, as necessary.

• Assists in keeping inventory and preparing purchase requisitions for submission to Practice Manager for needed supplies.

• Assists in other ancillary duties, such as X-ray techniques, laboratory procedures, when necessary.

Requirements

Qualifications Requirements:  The Medical Assistant must be motivated to serve the needs of patients and perform services to benefit people and Central Ozarks Medical Center and must possess a sense of discipline to work in accordance with accepted nursing and medical standards.  The Medical Assistant must possess and utilize tact and patience.  Must be CPR certified or become certified during probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment with COMC.  Must maintain CEUs as directed by COMC. 

Education and/or experience:   GED or High School diploma.  Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.  Medical Assistant experience is preferred.

Language Skills:  Medical Assistants must possess reading and verbal skills necessary to understand and communicate, regarding medical records, procedures and medication orders.

Mathematical Skills:  Ability to work with all accounting concepts.  

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  

Other Skills and Abilities:  Outgoing personality with strong phone etiquette skills and excellent customer service skills.  

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This includes moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting or moving over 50 pounds of weight.

Travel Requirement: To fulfill the responsibility of the position travel to all COMC locations may be required.  Employee should have valid Missouri driver’s license. 

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Knowledge of, and compliance with, HIPAA and 340B regulations is required. Confidentiality of patient information is mandatory.

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If you're unhappy with your current job and you are looking for a fresh start, maybe this is it? If so, please apply below.

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Again, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call. All of our phone numbers can be found on our website listed below. You can also follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest job postings.

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Dental

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Heart Health Tips

Did you know that February is National Heart Month? It is! On that note, our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few heart health tips in this week's blog. If you end up having any questions about heart health or feel that you need to schedule a health check-up, please give us a call today. You will find all of our phone numbers on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. COMC - It's not just about what we do, but how we do it that matters.

Heart Health Tips

EXERCISE, EXERCISE, EXERCISE.

Your body's ease of mobility and range of motion often follows the "use it or lose it" rule. The less you move your body, the harder it will be for you to be active when you do decide to be. It's important to give your body mild to moderate exercise at least a few days per week. It is also important to limit the amount of time you spend sitting down. If you must sit for long periods of time at work, get up and stretch your legs every 1-2 hours.

GET YOUR SLEEP.

Maintaining the proper level of sleep on a nightly basis is an important component of keeping your heart healthy. One study cited on WebMD found that young and middle-aged adults who got 7-8 hours of sleep per night had less calcium in their arteries than adults who slept 5 hours or less or 9 hours or more. Calcium buildup in the arteries can be an early sign of heart disease.

WATCH YOUR SALT INTAKE.

The American Heart Association recommends that you consume only 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day and that you do not exceed 2,400 milligrams. Unfortunately, the CDC states that Americans consume, on average, 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day. Prolonged high-sodium diets can result in high blood pressure, edema, weakened bones, and potentially stomach problems. Limiting your sodium intake is an important part of improving heart health.

DON'T DRINK YOUR CALORIES.

Being overweight is hard on the body. It makes your heart (and other systems) work harder, and this extra effort can eventually take a toll. Losing weight is rarely easy, but one helpful way to start is to quit drinking sugary beverages that cause you to consume more calories than you may realize. Start by limiting the amount of soda, sweetened tea, fruit juice, and sweetened coffee that you consume on a regular basis. Cutting back on your alcohol intake is important, too.

Did this blog come to your attention at the perfect time? Have you been worried about your heart health for some time now and you're realizing you shouldn't wait any longer to go get checked by a health care professional?  If that's the case, please call us today. Again, you will find all of our phone numbers on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. Be sure to follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements and health tips.

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For Appointments Call:

573.765.5141

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Camdenton

573.765.2510

Dental

Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties