Medication Clinic Coordinator
OKLAHOMA MENTAL HEALTH COUNCIL
Summary
Coordinates medication clinic activities including making appointments, chart documentation, monitoring no show list, setting up Med Clinic, and coordinating appointments with doctors. Provides administrative support to the programs.
Job description
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Sets up Med Clinic including providing proper supplies, obtaining required charts, sign in sheet, tracks charts
- Works with clients to obtain indigent medication benefits
- Facilitates smooth flow of clients into Doctor's office, schedules future appointments
- Obtains prior authorization from insurance companies for consumers
- Tracks the receipt of authorization approvals
- Assists prescribers with denial of medication payments
- Provides closure to Med Clinic procedures by noting no shows, securing and disposing used medical supplies
- Coordinates for follow-up to no shows; following up with letter, phone call, or referral to case manager or clinician; tracks lab results
- Keeps inventory of supplies and orders as necessary including county offices; maintains emergency kit, presents inventory sheet for Doctor's evaluation and signature; arranges disposal of hazardous waste
- Obtains required vital signs
- Performs routine screening of clients, noting complaints or unusual symptoms and reports information to doctor or director
- Maintains an active communication with other Red Rock programs concerning client
- Communicates with other health care providers, hospitals, and special agencies as needed
- Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
- High school diploma required, Associates and/or Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- Previous experience in mental health setting required
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in use of physical assessments
- Ability to handle medical emergencies
- Knowledge/experience working with administration of psychotropic medications a plus
Physical Requirements
- Must have the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time
- Must have the ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 25 pounds
- Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time
- Ability to use telephone, PC, fax machine, copy machine, and printer
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Associates and/or Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- Previous experience in mental health setting required
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in use of physical assessments
- Ability to handle medical emergencies
- Knowledge/experience working with administration of psychotropic medications a plus
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Student Loan Repayment
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Paid Time-Off
- Paid Holidays
- Floating Holiday
- Rest and Relaxation Days
- Education Leave
- Volunteer Leave
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
Company overview
The Oklahoma Mental Health Council is a prominent healthcare organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services throughout the state of Oklahoma. As a leading mental health provider, the council focuses on delivering accessible, high-quality behavioral health care to individuals and communities across the region. The organization operates multiple service centers and programs designed to address various mental health needs, including counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, and community outreach initiatives. With a mission to promote mental wellness and reduce stigma, the council collaborates with local communities, healthcare providers, and government agencies to develop integrated care models. Their services typically encompass outpatient therapy, psychiatric care, case management, and prevention programs tailored to diverse populations. The Oklahoma Mental Health Council plays a crucial role in the state's healthcare infrastructure by ensuring that mental health services are available to residents regardless of their socioeconomic status or geographic location.