Thursday, June 24, 2021

COMC is Looking To Hire a Referral Coordinator!

Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are at it again! We are growing. We are so excited to tell you all about the position we are hiring for now, in this week's blog. Central Ozarks Medical Center is looking to hire a Referral Coordinator. Keep reading to learn all about this position and how to apply for it.



Referral Coordinator
Camdenton • Administration


Description

Responsibilities: Ensure complete and accurate referrals, including medical records and current insurance information.

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

  • Maintain ongoing tracking and appropriate documentation on referrals to ensure patient safety. This tracking may use an IT database.
  • Assemble information concerning patient’s clinical background and referral needs. Per referral guidelines, provide appropriate clinical information to nursing staff/providers.
  • Contact review organizations and insurance companies to ensure prior approval requirements are met.
  • Present necessary medical information such as history, diagnosis and prognosis.
  • Provide specific medical information to financial services to maximize reimbursement to COMC.
  • Review details and expectations about the referral with patients.
  • Assist patients in problem-solving potential issues related to the health care system, financial and social barriers.
  • Be the system navigator and point of contact for patients and families.
  • Assume advocate role on the patient’s behalf with the carrier to ensure approval of the necessary services in a timely fashion.
  • Identify and utilize cultural and community resources.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with identified service providers.
  • Ensure that referrals are addressed in a timely manner.


Requirements

Qualifications Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or experience: High school diploma or GED. Medical assistant certification is desirable.

Language Skills: Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies. Ability to effectively communicate.

Mathematical Skills: Knowledge of fundamental math.

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

Other Skills and Abilities:

Effective verbal and written and communication skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Organized and able to manage competing priorities. Resourcefulness in problem solving and good judgement,

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 of the position travel to all COMC locations will be required. Employee should have valid Missouri driver’s license. Overnight travel may also be required in specific incidences of training, conferences, etc.

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.



Do You Know Someone Perfect For Our Referral Coordinator Position?

Thank you for taking the time to read our blog and learn more about this position. To apply, please refer to the link below.

APPLY HERE

If you have any questions, please give us a call. Our phone numbers can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. You can also stay up to date on our latest job openings by following us on our social media channels listed below.


Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare

Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties 

Friday, June 18, 2021

COMC is Looking To Hire A Clinical Quality Nurse!

Hooray! Our health clinics in Mid-Missouri are growing again! COMC is looking to hire a Clinical Quality Nurse in our Richland location. Our motto at Central Ozarks Medical Center is it's not just about what we do, but HOW we do it that matters. Your health...our mission. Keep reading this week's blog to learn more about the position and how to apply for it.



Clinical Quality Nurse


Richland, MO

Description

 We are expanding our team to serve the needs of our community!  Central Ozarks Medical Center (COMC) is excited to announce an opening for a Clinical Quality Nurse.  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 comfortable working with patients from diverse backgrounds.  Must be a motivated, self-starter able to quickly adapt to new and changing conditions while maintaining a professional demeanor.  

Responsibilities: The Clinical Quality Assurance Nurse (QA Nurse) optimizes quality of care across all health center departments and sites by undertaking efforts to review clinical competency, improve system workflows, identify, and communicate efficiency opportunities and participate in efforts to improve quality care. 


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

  • Provides direct supervision to the Quality Nurse Care Manager(s).
  • Develops standard competencies for all COMC nurses as it relates to scope of licensure (MA, LPN, RN).
  • Sets clinical quality expectations by providing new nurses comprehensive training on clinic workflow appropriate documentation and workflow. 
  • Completes initial clinical competencies with nursing staff providing feedback, guidance, and additional support as needed. 
  • Works with clinical managers to ensure yearly clinical competency verification of nursing staff.
  • Provides additional uniform training and education to nursing staff as requested by operations.
  • Develops and implements a BLS training schedule at each clinic. 
  • Provides clinical guidance and support to the Nurse Care Managers.
  • Participates in monthly quality meetings with various MCO’s to review current standings and patient care gap list. 
  • Assist in the development of tracking tools to effectively monitor the progress of care gap closure/reimbursement from MCO’s.
  • Assist in the development of tracking tools to effectively implement transition of care services for COMC patients.
  • Provides guidance to the CQRO on appropriate benchmarks for Nurse Care Managers for closure of care gaps/SOAP notes and patient outreach.
  • Participates in patient engagement activity planning and implementation.
  • Assists in workflow process improvement, as necessary.
  • Participates in workgroup meetings to implement organizational clinical benchmarks and other assigned projects. 
  • Serves as nursing champion for improving clinical quality measures.
  • Assist in updating/creating clinical policies and procedures, as necessary.
  • Works with the eCW specialist to identify and implement EHR workflows, create training for clinical staff, problem solve clinical EHR issues and participate in regular data hygiene and mapping workgroups.
  • Assist in Transitions of Care, Annual Wellness Visits, SOAP notes, and closing care gaps as time allows.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.


Requirements

Qualifications Requirements:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or experience: Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Missouri. Experience with electronic health records preferred. Nurse educator experience preferred. Social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patient and employee base. Preferred: 2-5 years experience in quality improvement, data analysis, regulatory and accreditation activity preferred.

Language Skills: Written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with data and statistical analysis.

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

Other Skills and Abilities: Strong training and excellent customer service skills. Good organizational skills to handle multiple priorities while remaining professional and calm. Ability to prioritize, organize, carry out work assignments independently and efficiently and can work independently and be self-directed and flexible. Must be able to make suggestions on workflow or system efficiency and effectiveness.

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 of the position travel to all COMC locations will be required. Employee should have a valid Missouri driver’s license. Overnight travel may also be required in specific incidences of training, conferences, etc.

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.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



Are You PERFECT For This Position?

All of us here at Central Ozarks Medical Center thank you for taking the time to read our blog today. If you have any questions about this position, please give us a call. All phone numbers can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. You can also easily apply by visiting the link below:

APPLY HERE

You can also follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements and job postings.


Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare

Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties 

Friday, June 11, 2021

COMC is Looking to Hire an IT Support Specialist!

COMC is very excited to announce that we are growing again! Our health clinic in Richland, MO is looking to hire an IT Support Specialist to join our team. Keep reading this week's blog to learn more about the position and how to apply. If you know someone who would be PERFECT for this position, please refer them our way. 



IT Support Specialist

Richland, MO • Finance


Description

We are expanding our team to serve the needs of our community!  Central Ozarks Medical Center (COMC) is excited to announce an opening for a IT Support Specialist.  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 comfortable working with patients from a diverse background.  Must be a motivated, self-starter able to quickly adapt to new and changing conditions while maintaining a professional demeanor.  


Responsibilities: The IT support specialist position installs, modifies and makes minor repairs to personal computer hardware and software systems; manages contracted telephone system and fiber network; and provides technical advice, training, and support to system user. 


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

  • Serves as liaison with contracted IT company and various software support companies.
  • Installs hardware and peripheral components such as monitors, keyboards, printers, and phones.
  • Loads appropriate software packages such as operating systems, networking components and office applications.
  • Assists in the customization and adaptation of existing programs to meet users’ requirements.
  • Provides telephone, in-person and online support to end-users.
  • Monitors and maintains end user help desk tickets.
  • Provides updates on status and completion information to manager and/or users, via voice mail, e-mail or in-person      communication.
  • Refers major hardware problems to IT Manager for correction.
  • Connects users to networks and provides initial training.
  • Administers e-mail and anti-virus systems.
  • Assists in research and procurement of computer accessories and supplies.
  • Manges email system, backups, and security.
  • Runs and maintains networking equipment and lines.
  • Assists in creation and follow-through of IT end-user training efforts.
  • Updates inventory management documentation.

Requirements

Competencies

  • Network Administration.
  • Server Management
  • Thoroughness.
  • Time Management.
  • Communication Proficiency.

Education and/or experience: 

  • Minimum of one year working in a technical operating capacity.
  • Previous experience working on help desk tickets or desktop support preferred.
  • Experience in a health/medical related environment preferred.

Language Skills: Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies. Ability to effectively present information to IT Manager.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with accounting concepts such as income and expense statements, budgets, and controls on cash such as into and out of COMC for deposit to the bank.

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 of the position travel to all COMC locations will be required. The employee must have a 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. Knowledge of, and compliance with, HIPAA and 340B regulations is required. Confidentiality of patient information is mandatory.



Do You Know Someone Who Would Be Right For This Position?


If so, please refer them to the following link to apply.

APPLY HERE

If you have any questions, please give us a call. We can be reached at 877-406-COMC. We take who we hire very seriously because our staff is like family! Be sure to follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest job postings.


Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare

Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties 

Friday, June 4, 2021

3 Healthy Summer Snack Recipes For Kids

Who's ready for summer? There are so many fun things to do with your family this time of year at the Lake of the Ozarks. While the temptation may be in the air, when it comes to food, with the BBQs and fish frys, but there are HEALTHY, delicious summer recipes out there for you that can keep you and your kiddos happy. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you 3 healthy summer snack recipes for kids, we found online, in this week's blog.


3 Healthy Summer Snack Recipes For Kids

Source: https://www.superhealthykids.com/recipes/4-ingredient-cheesy-carrot-crackers


1. 4 Ingredient Cheesy Carrot Crackers


Ingredients

1 1/2 cup grated carrot

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

2 large egg

1 cup flour, whole wheat


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Mix the grated carrot and water in a microwave safe bowl. Cover and cook in high for 3 minutes.

Drain the carrots and then use a clean cloth to squeeze out the excess liquid.

Put the carrots, cheese and eggs in a food processor and pulse until well blended. You can process them more or less, depending on the texture you want. The more you do, they less obvious the carrot will be. 😉

Add the flour 1/4 cup at a time, pulsing in-between, just until you reach a dough consistency. You don’t want it to be too sticky, or too dry.

Lightly flour your work surface, roll the dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut to desired shapes. I just used a pizza cutter to cut long strips and then small 1 inch squares.

Put shapes on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Sprinkle with a little course sea salt (optional).

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until they are crispy and slightly brown on the edges.

Store leftovers in an airtight container.



Source: https://www.superhealthykids.com/recipes/quinoa-stuffed-mini-bell-nachos/


2. Quinoa Stuffed Mini Bell Nachos Recipe


Ingredients

1 lb mini bell peppers

1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Toppings

olives

green onion

cilantro

tomatoes

cheddar cheese

plain Greek yogurt

salsa


Instructions

Rinse peppers, slice in half and scoop seeds out.

Lay on a baking sheet lined with parchment or a silpat liner.

To cook quinoa, use this method. 

When cooked, fluff with a fork and add taco seasoning.

Stuff each pepper with quinoa.

Sprinkle desired toppings on the stuffed peppers.

Place in the oven heated to Broil for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Remove from the oven.

Place a dollop of plain Greek yogurt and salsa on each nacho.

Serve warm.



Source: http://blog.feelgreatin8.com/strawberry-salsa-baked-cinnamon-chips/


3. STRAWBERRY SALSA & BAKED CINNAMON CHIPS

 

Serves: 4 servings


INGREDIENTS

Strawberry Salsa

1 lb fresh strawberries, chopped

2 whole kiwi, peeled and chopped

½ a lime, juiced

Baked Cinnamon Chips

4 Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas

1 teaspoon unrefined coconut oil, melted

2 teaspoons cinnamon and 1 teaspoon raw coconut sugar in shaker bottle


INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Wash and chop the fruit for the salsa, mix it together in a bowl, and add the lime juice. If it needs a little sweetness you can add a teaspoon of honey or pure maple syrup, but the fruit will usually be sweet enough on it's own.

Brush both sides of the tortillas with melted coconut oil. Then stack them all together and cut into 8 triangles.

Arrange the triangles in a single layer on a cookie sheet lined with foil. If they overlap, they won't crisp as well.

Sprinkle each triangle lightly with the cinnamon mixture. Flip them over and sprinkle the other side too.

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-12 minutes. Rotate the pan halfway through, and make sure you check the chips often so that they don't burn. They are finished when the edges get dry and crispy. The center will still be slightly flexible, but they will crisp even more as they cool.

Allow to cool slightly and test the texture. If they aren't quite crisp enough, return to the oven for 2-3 minutes.

Once they are mostly cool, remove from the pan and enjoy with your fresh salsa! Keep leftovers of salsa in the fridge and eat quickly, after about 24 hours the fruit will breakdown and get soupy. Keep leftover chips in a sealed ziplock bag.


Have A Happy, Healthy Summer!

All of us here at Central Ozarks Medical Center hope that you have a fun summer with your loved ones. Do you have an established family doctor at the Lake of the Ozarks yet? If not, consider Central Ozarks Medical Center. We have been providing quality health care in Central Missouri since 1979. To learn more about our services and physicians, please visit our website at www.CentralOzarks.org.


Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare

Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties