Baltimore, Maryland
Medical Liaison Job Opening in Baltimore, Maryland - Medical Liaison--Hispanic Services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work collaboratively with medical facilities to coordinate culturally confident medical care and follow up.
Provide translation at medical appointments as needed.
Develop and maintain positive relationship within the Hispanic Provider Community that allows the development of trusting relationships with target client base, (high risk for HIV+ transmission).
Gather relevant health education materials for distribution to clients
Assist with the development of audiovisual materials that are simple and visually understandable for clients to take home on basic medical adherence issues.
Provide small group health education on a variety of topics connected to STDs and myths and realities in the treatment of HIV-related illnesses.
Connect outreach to clients with all needed services in the areas of health, legal, educational, financial, and housing.
Assist case manager by taking on high-intensity client assignments. .
Document referral, education, case management work in AIRS ROSIE and ETO database.
Document changes in the client?s medical condition, (CD4 Count and Viral Load), in accordance to grant requirements.
Participate in regular staff meetings and case conferences.
Adhere to basic confidentiality standard for AIRS clients
Attend community meetings as appropriate, including health fairs and other outreach efforts.
Other duties as assigned by the Case Manager of the Hispanic/Latino program
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum BA in healthcare/human service field with 2 years? experience working with underserved populations.
Solid understanding of HIV/ AIDS and STD issues, especially as it relates to the Hispanic Community in Baltimore.
Must be bi-lingual, (English and Spanish), have good written and verbal communication skills, as well as computer literacy.
Effective time management skills.
Must have access to reliable transportation.
Flexibility, creativity and enthusiasm for the project and for team work.
Judgment when to seek Case Managers? guidance
Prior directly related experience may be substituted for education.
Additional Information:
All selected candidates are subject to initial drug screen.
Position is full-time, flexible schedule to fit required duties, with full benefits.
AIRS/Empire Homes of Maryland, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Position will remain open until filled.
AIRS/Empire Homes of Maryland, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required language:
Spanish
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