PRENATAL COORDINATOR JOB SUMMARY

Provides patients with ongoing prenatal care coordination including client orientation, assessment, care plan development, health education, case management, and referrals as part of a multidisciplinary team.

PRENATAL COORDINATOR ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides patient-centered education and counseling; addresses patients’ unique needs by providing routine perinatal health education and counseling services per Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP) requirements.
• Provides a client orientation, performs prenatal and postpartum patient assessments, and creates an individualized care plan for patients in the Prenatal Program.
• Provides nutrition education; assists patients in completing a prenatal food frequency questionnaire; tracks patient’s weight throughout pregnancy.
• Screens patients for domestic violence and other psychosocial issues.
• Refers patients to internal and external community services as needed.
• Works collaboratively with clinic staff, (i.e. front and back office Medical Assistants, providers), and participates in clinic huddles.
• Utilizes Electronic Medical Records and documents per CCHC expectations in the patient’s health record.
• Follows CCHC’s policies, procedures, and protocols; follows CPSP protocols; properly utilizes CPSP Steps-To-Take Manual.
• Apprises the Health Education Coordinator and Clinic Manager(s) of work schedule changes.
• Actively participates in monthly meetings; attends in-service trainings; attends off-site trainings; stays up-to-date in health information and health trends as related to CPSP and CCHC services.
• Performs other assigned duties.

PRENATAL COORDINATOR EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Nursing or related field preferred
• 2 years experience preferred
• Medical Assistant certificate, preferred
• CPR certified, preferred
• Bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Armenian required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to find solutions when barriers are identified.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize when needed.
• Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.
• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Experience and work ethics that supports working within a high functioning, team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work under supervision.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff.
• Ability to use computer and learn new software programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills reflecting clarity and diplomacy and the ability to communicate accurately and effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a regulatory climate that includes oversight of state and federal entities, payer contracts etc.
• Possesses ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Possesses genuine respect for others and acceptance of their individual social and cultural traits.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook.
• Able to travel and attend professional meetings, conferences, trainings and clinic sites.
• Demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to cooperate while working with others in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Oral/written fluency in English/Spanish or English/Armenian required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to speak effectively with patients, as well as CCHC clinical and support staff.
• Ability to present information in an easily understandable manner.

PRENATAL COORDINATOR PAY RATE: $21-$25/hr

PRENATAL COORDINATOR BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision – 100% paid by Employer
• Life Insurance and Accidental Dismemberment – 100% paid by Employer
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Fringe
• Supplemental Insurance
• Wellness Day Off