MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application , even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter and Resume. Please address in your Cover Letter why you believe you would be a good fit for this position. Please also describe why you are motivated to work on the mission-driven work of Partnership Health Center. Incomplete applications and applications without required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Coordinates implementation of effective communications approaches, marketing and outreach strategies, and programs to enhance awareness of services while expanding opportunities and resources for Partnership Health Center (PHC). Representative Examples of Work Promotes community awareness and a strong image of PHC. Writes, edits and produces effective communications including writing original content and editing the work of others. Develops and maintains resources for print media, web/digital content and styles in accordance with PHC brand standards. Assists PHC communications division and leadership with media relations as needed including press release editing and distribution, crisis communication needs, and response to media requests including consulting and coordinating with key staff members as appropriate. Participates in the design, planning, and implementation of a PHC communications marketing and outreach plan to raise awareness of services and help meet the programmatic and financial goals of the organization. Supports all aspects of PHC Social Media Accounts including fielding staff requests for posts, coordinating with staff on written content creation, generating graphic designs, shooting and editing photo or video, and responding to comments/messages when appropriate. Supports all aspects of PHC signage including maintaining productive vendor relations, coordinating with appropriate staff, and maintaining high levels of brand consistency and graphic design. Maintains oversight of public-facing visuals and works with relevant staff to create and maintain a standard of visual excellence across PHC sites. Shares responsibility for all public-facing and internal-facing visuals for print and outreach materials including managing staff requests, coordinating content with staff, printing, vendor relations, and inventory management. Produces project cost estimates. Generates and adapts content for use across diverse media platforms in collaboration with PHC leadership and staff in order to effectively communicate important information to PHC patients and members of the public, and to position PHC as a premier healthcare provider in the area and as a leading voice on topics related to health and wellness. Assists in the development and maintenance of strong relationships with various media outlets in order to efficiently disseminate newsworthy information to the community. Assists with media engagements in order to increase the quality and quantity of media coverage and increase awareness of the organization. Creates and manages content for social media platforms to inform patients, support fund raising efforts, and expand understanding of services. Manages social media content according to public records requirements. Ensures messaging is consistent and accurate across all media outlets. Supports implementation of strategic plan for outreach efforts as it relates to holidays, closure notices, and other events. Shares responsibility with Director of Communications for PHC digital presence and updates, website content updates and management, and all other aspects of PHC digital presence including new projects. Responsible for PHC waiting room content management and oversight in coordination with clinic staff. Primary manager of waiting room TV screens including updates, graphic design, coordination of content creation with staff, coordinating with IT/facility staff etc. OTHER DUTIES: Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of the Director of Communications. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : None. May recruit, train and oversee interns, students, and volunteers. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Work contacts are with county officials, Director of Communications, decision makers, county department heads, county employees, media contacts, outside agencies, legislators, and the public. Contacts are to exchange information, and to coordinate and manage projects that may involve significant and controversial events and activities and to establish and maintain good public relations for the organization. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of English composition and language; principles and techniques of public relations; functions of PHC and other County departments; and audience market analysis sufficient to identify user needs and interests. Extensive knowledge of media practices and procedures including social media and creative strategies. Working knowledge of interviewing techniques. Working knowledge of research techniques and procedures. Working knowledge of cost estimating. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines SKILLS: Skill in the use of web-based resources, website content development tools, and social media platforms. Skill in the use of standard office equipment, digital cameras, personal computers, and software applications including Microsoft Office products. Skill and experience with graphic design; proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud preferred. ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other County personnel, elected officials and other public and private agencies. Ability to promote open dialogue, civil discourse, trust and collaboration amongst multiple departments, agencies and personalities. Ability to cohesively incorporate varying strategies as directed by leadership. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to develop, analyze and evaluate programs and procedures. Ability to design, write and edit promotional and informational materials. Ability to conduct independent research, define issues, and recommend and implement solutions. Ability to collect, evaluate and summarize data; translate technical material into common terms. Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION: Requires a Bachelor's degree. Degrees best suited for this position include communications, journalism, public relations, and political science. EXPERIENCE: One year of experience with internal and external communications in public and media relations required. Experience working with diverse views and individuals desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases, and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands Work is primarily performed in an office setting and will involve considerable use of a computer. Work will regularly require attendance at meetings, conferences, presentations, hearings addressing issues of considerable consequence which may include activities outside of normal business days and hours, and at satellite locations away from County offices. The work is performed in a medical office setting and may expose the employee to communicable diseases.
May 25, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application , even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter and Resume. Please address in your Cover Letter why you believe you would be a good fit for this position. Please also describe why you are motivated to work on the mission-driven work of Partnership Health Center. Incomplete applications and applications without required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Coordinates implementation of effective communications approaches, marketing and outreach strategies, and programs to enhance awareness of services while expanding opportunities and resources for Partnership Health Center (PHC). Representative Examples of Work Promotes community awareness and a strong image of PHC. Writes, edits and produces effective communications including writing original content and editing the work of others. Develops and maintains resources for print media, web/digital content and styles in accordance with PHC brand standards. Assists PHC communications division and leadership with media relations as needed including press release editing and distribution, crisis communication needs, and response to media requests including consulting and coordinating with key staff members as appropriate. Participates in the design, planning, and implementation of a PHC communications marketing and outreach plan to raise awareness of services and help meet the programmatic and financial goals of the organization. Supports all aspects of PHC Social Media Accounts including fielding staff requests for posts, coordinating with staff on written content creation, generating graphic designs, shooting and editing photo or video, and responding to comments/messages when appropriate. Supports all aspects of PHC signage including maintaining productive vendor relations, coordinating with appropriate staff, and maintaining high levels of brand consistency and graphic design. Maintains oversight of public-facing visuals and works with relevant staff to create and maintain a standard of visual excellence across PHC sites. Shares responsibility for all public-facing and internal-facing visuals for print and outreach materials including managing staff requests, coordinating content with staff, printing, vendor relations, and inventory management. Produces project cost estimates. Generates and adapts content for use across diverse media platforms in collaboration with PHC leadership and staff in order to effectively communicate important information to PHC patients and members of the public, and to position PHC as a premier healthcare provider in the area and as a leading voice on topics related to health and wellness. Assists in the development and maintenance of strong relationships with various media outlets in order to efficiently disseminate newsworthy information to the community. Assists with media engagements in order to increase the quality and quantity of media coverage and increase awareness of the organization. Creates and manages content for social media platforms to inform patients, support fund raising efforts, and expand understanding of services. Manages social media content according to public records requirements. Ensures messaging is consistent and accurate across all media outlets. Supports implementation of strategic plan for outreach efforts as it relates to holidays, closure notices, and other events. Shares responsibility with Director of Communications for PHC digital presence and updates, website content updates and management, and all other aspects of PHC digital presence including new projects. Responsible for PHC waiting room content management and oversight in coordination with clinic staff. Primary manager of waiting room TV screens including updates, graphic design, coordination of content creation with staff, coordinating with IT/facility staff etc. OTHER DUTIES: Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of the Director of Communications. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : None. May recruit, train and oversee interns, students, and volunteers. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Work contacts are with county officials, Director of Communications, decision makers, county department heads, county employees, media contacts, outside agencies, legislators, and the public. Contacts are to exchange information, and to coordinate and manage projects that may involve significant and controversial events and activities and to establish and maintain good public relations for the organization. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of English composition and language; principles and techniques of public relations; functions of PHC and other County departments; and audience market analysis sufficient to identify user needs and interests. Extensive knowledge of media practices and procedures including social media and creative strategies. Working knowledge of interviewing techniques. Working knowledge of research techniques and procedures. Working knowledge of cost estimating. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines SKILLS: Skill in the use of web-based resources, website content development tools, and social media platforms. Skill in the use of standard office equipment, digital cameras, personal computers, and software applications including Microsoft Office products. Skill and experience with graphic design; proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud preferred. ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other County personnel, elected officials and other public and private agencies. Ability to promote open dialogue, civil discourse, trust and collaboration amongst multiple departments, agencies and personalities. Ability to cohesively incorporate varying strategies as directed by leadership. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to develop, analyze and evaluate programs and procedures. Ability to design, write and edit promotional and informational materials. Ability to conduct independent research, define issues, and recommend and implement solutions. Ability to collect, evaluate and summarize data; translate technical material into common terms. Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION: Requires a Bachelor's degree. Degrees best suited for this position include communications, journalism, public relations, and political science. EXPERIENCE: One year of experience with internal and external communications in public and media relations required. Experience working with diverse views and individuals desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases, and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands Work is primarily performed in an office setting and will involve considerable use of a computer. Work will regularly require attendance at meetings, conferences, presentations, hearings addressing issues of considerable consequence which may include activities outside of normal business days and hours, and at satellite locations away from County offices. The work is performed in a medical office setting and may expose the employee to communicable diseases.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: College Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted), a letter of interest, and a resume. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Works in Department of Planning, Development, and Sustainability to identify and implement strategies that advance Missoula County's sustainability goals, including 100% clean electricity, carbon neutral county operations and climate change resiliency. Supports the County's collaborative climate adaptation and mitigation work, including but not limited to Climate Ready Missoula and Building(s) for the Future. Representative Examples of Work Leads efforts to achieve carbon neutrality in County government operations, including an interim goal of 30% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2025. Oversees climate change mitigation planning and implementation. Develops and updates GHG emissions inventories for facilities and operations. Supports County's negotiations with energy providers (such as NorthWestern Energy) to advance the County's adopted 100% clean electricity goal (in partnership with City of Missoula), including developing and tracking implementation plans. Works closely with consultants, local and statewide partners, and the City of Missoula to advance the clean electricity goal. Supports the County's climate adaptation planning and implementation efforts, including the Climate Ready Missoula Plan, which identifies climate adaptation strategies across eight sectors: public health, business/recreation/tourism, agriculture, ecosystems, buildings and land use, water, energy, and emergency preparedness and response.Supports Building(s) for the Future initiative, a collaboration with Climate Smart Missoula and the City of Missoula to coordinate and implement projects, policies and programs related to residential and commercial building decarbonization, energy conservation, renewable energy, and related workforce development. Serves as a subject matter expert and technical resource on issues related to climate change and sustainability for Missoula County Board of County Commissioners, departments, and the public. Collects, analyzes and reports on local, state and federal policies and trends in furtherance of County's climate action goals and initiatives and their equitable implementation. Identifies and pursues funding opportunities to support the implementation of climate action strategies. Conducts public education and outreach activities related to climate action goals, including maintaining and updating the program website, utilizing social media and traditional media, and organizing events. Actively engages with and incorporates the perspectives of diverse and underrepresented communities. Promotes resilient and environmentally sustainable communities by conducting community outreach and education concerning issues of sustainability, climate mitigation, and climate adaptation. Supports other goals and initiatives of the Missoula County Climate Action program such as electric vehicle charging infrastructure, low-carbon transportation, waste reduction, and related topics. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental science/policy, planning, sustainable development, engineering or related fields. Requires three years of professional experience in energy policy, climate resilience, high performance buildings, sustainability, environmental science, or a closely related field. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is primarily performed in an office setting. May require travel to rural locations and walking properties with rough, uneven terrain. Work schedule may require attendance at meetings before and after normal work hours.
May 24, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: College Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted), a letter of interest, and a resume. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Works in Department of Planning, Development, and Sustainability to identify and implement strategies that advance Missoula County's sustainability goals, including 100% clean electricity, carbon neutral county operations and climate change resiliency. Supports the County's collaborative climate adaptation and mitigation work, including but not limited to Climate Ready Missoula and Building(s) for the Future. Representative Examples of Work Leads efforts to achieve carbon neutrality in County government operations, including an interim goal of 30% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2025. Oversees climate change mitigation planning and implementation. Develops and updates GHG emissions inventories for facilities and operations. Supports County's negotiations with energy providers (such as NorthWestern Energy) to advance the County's adopted 100% clean electricity goal (in partnership with City of Missoula), including developing and tracking implementation plans. Works closely with consultants, local and statewide partners, and the City of Missoula to advance the clean electricity goal. Supports the County's climate adaptation planning and implementation efforts, including the Climate Ready Missoula Plan, which identifies climate adaptation strategies across eight sectors: public health, business/recreation/tourism, agriculture, ecosystems, buildings and land use, water, energy, and emergency preparedness and response.Supports Building(s) for the Future initiative, a collaboration with Climate Smart Missoula and the City of Missoula to coordinate and implement projects, policies and programs related to residential and commercial building decarbonization, energy conservation, renewable energy, and related workforce development. Serves as a subject matter expert and technical resource on issues related to climate change and sustainability for Missoula County Board of County Commissioners, departments, and the public. Collects, analyzes and reports on local, state and federal policies and trends in furtherance of County's climate action goals and initiatives and their equitable implementation. Identifies and pursues funding opportunities to support the implementation of climate action strategies. Conducts public education and outreach activities related to climate action goals, including maintaining and updating the program website, utilizing social media and traditional media, and organizing events. Actively engages with and incorporates the perspectives of diverse and underrepresented communities. Promotes resilient and environmentally sustainable communities by conducting community outreach and education concerning issues of sustainability, climate mitigation, and climate adaptation. Supports other goals and initiatives of the Missoula County Climate Action program such as electric vehicle charging infrastructure, low-carbon transportation, waste reduction, and related topics. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental science/policy, planning, sustainable development, engineering or related fields. Requires three years of professional experience in energy policy, climate resilience, high performance buildings, sustainability, environmental science, or a closely related field. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is primarily performed in an office setting. May require travel to rural locations and walking properties with rough, uneven terrain. Work schedule may require attendance at meetings before and after normal work hours.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: The results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. This position is used to train a new district court file clerk to perform the full component of duties required of that position. After one year trainees may be eligible for advancement to District Court File & Collection Clerk based on demonstrated competencies and success during the training assignment. Representative Examples of Work Receives a variety of district court case documents and enters information from documents using Full Court software. Files and retrieves court documents from office filing system. Answers inquiries from the public, attorneys and other agencies in person and over the phone following established policies and procedures. Researches computer records and historical registers to locate and copy files and information as required or requested. Uses established computer programs to open case files and update file information ensuring that: information is complete; appropriate documents are filed; and that documents are in sequence. Assesses appropriate fees, records payments; receives money for fees and licenses and issues receipts; handles large amounts of cash accurately and may assist with balancing. Gathers vital statistical information for submission to State agencies including: marriage licenses, divorce and annulment statistics, and certificates of adoption. Processes requests for marriage licenses including: accepting applications, verifying completeness of information and signatures, and issuing licenses. Prepares documents for microfilming. Prepares and images documents. Assists with notification of potential jurors. Assists other personnel in the performance of their duties and performs related work as required or directed. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Requires two years of customer service experience with direct public contact. Experience handling cash and balancing a cash drawer desired. Experience with computer data entry desired. Physical/Environmental Demands Work is performed completely in an office setting, usually sitting at a computer terminal. Requires frequent bending and stooping. Requires the ability to climb step ladders. Requires the strength to lift books (20 lbs).
May 24, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: The results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. This position is used to train a new district court file clerk to perform the full component of duties required of that position. After one year trainees may be eligible for advancement to District Court File & Collection Clerk based on demonstrated competencies and success during the training assignment. Representative Examples of Work Receives a variety of district court case documents and enters information from documents using Full Court software. Files and retrieves court documents from office filing system. Answers inquiries from the public, attorneys and other agencies in person and over the phone following established policies and procedures. Researches computer records and historical registers to locate and copy files and information as required or requested. Uses established computer programs to open case files and update file information ensuring that: information is complete; appropriate documents are filed; and that documents are in sequence. Assesses appropriate fees, records payments; receives money for fees and licenses and issues receipts; handles large amounts of cash accurately and may assist with balancing. Gathers vital statistical information for submission to State agencies including: marriage licenses, divorce and annulment statistics, and certificates of adoption. Processes requests for marriage licenses including: accepting applications, verifying completeness of information and signatures, and issuing licenses. Prepares documents for microfilming. Prepares and images documents. Assists with notification of potential jurors. Assists other personnel in the performance of their duties and performs related work as required or directed. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Requires two years of customer service experience with direct public contact. Experience handling cash and balancing a cash drawer desired. Experience with computer data entry desired. Physical/Environmental Demands Work is performed completely in an office setting, usually sitting at a computer terminal. Requires frequent bending and stooping. Requires the ability to climb step ladders. Requires the strength to lift books (20 lbs).
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, a resume, and the results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs duties requiring responsible judgement and close adherence to Vaccine for Children (VFC) and private payor policies and protocols, including a variety of advanced clerical, reception and claims duties such as assessing client payor source and income to determine eligibility for publicly and privately funded vaccinations, and other support duties for the Missoula City-County Health Department (MCCHD) Immunization Clinic. Representative Examples of Work Greets and registers clients for walk-in or scheduled appointments; accurately enters client information into computer system following established protocols; receives incoming telephone calls; answers inquiries from the public and/or directs to appropriate department. Reviews and updates client electronic health record (EHR) including demographic and insurance information; verifies income and payor sources. Data enters historical immunization records into the state immunization registry, de-duplicates and merges immunization records, processes immunization records requests. Scans paper files into electronic health records. Interviews clients to determine health coverage as it applies to private and public funded vaccine programs. Informs clients about publicly funded vaccine programs, the sliding fee scale and eligibility requirements. Determines eligibility and communicates eligibility status to clinical staff. Keeps up to date with changes in insurance protocols as it relates to immunizations. Schedules appointments according to CDC recommended vaccine schedules and international traveling recommendations. Makes appointment reminder calls/emails. Responsible for managing waiting list. Calculates client visit fees, collects money and outstanding amounts owed by client and assists with claim preparation. Submits claims to third party billing entities. Balances end-of-day posting report against cash on hand. Reconciles any errors before submitting daily deposit. Takes notes and prepares meeting minutes as directed. Compiles data for reporting requirements for contracts, grants, and general clinic operations. Works as member of a client care team, assisting clinical staff to ensure efficient, accurate scheduling practices and quality client care. Communicates courteously and effectively with clients, families, visitors and staff. Utilizes language translation services for non-English speaking patients. Facilitates client flow so clients are seen in a timely manner. Communicates schedule delays and changes to clients. Drives a County vehicle and transports supplies to off-site locations for conducting immunization clinics. Participates in the development and implementation of the Division's strategic plan; quality improvement and performance management, workforce development, and accreditation requirements. Participates in the department's strategic programs across divisions. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Performs regular quality assurance checks on scheduling, check-in and check-out processes, insurance eligibility, and immunization data. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires one year of face-to-face customer service experience or working in an office or medical setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires CPR certification. Requires a current Montana driver's license. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires frequent standing; sitting for lengthy periods of time; occasional light to moderate lifting and carrying of files or clinic supplies (up to 50 lbs.). The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases. Requires working outside of the normal workday hours.
May 23, 2023
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, a resume, and the results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs duties requiring responsible judgement and close adherence to Vaccine for Children (VFC) and private payor policies and protocols, including a variety of advanced clerical, reception and claims duties such as assessing client payor source and income to determine eligibility for publicly and privately funded vaccinations, and other support duties for the Missoula City-County Health Department (MCCHD) Immunization Clinic. Representative Examples of Work Greets and registers clients for walk-in or scheduled appointments; accurately enters client information into computer system following established protocols; receives incoming telephone calls; answers inquiries from the public and/or directs to appropriate department. Reviews and updates client electronic health record (EHR) including demographic and insurance information; verifies income and payor sources. Data enters historical immunization records into the state immunization registry, de-duplicates and merges immunization records, processes immunization records requests. Scans paper files into electronic health records. Interviews clients to determine health coverage as it applies to private and public funded vaccine programs. Informs clients about publicly funded vaccine programs, the sliding fee scale and eligibility requirements. Determines eligibility and communicates eligibility status to clinical staff. Keeps up to date with changes in insurance protocols as it relates to immunizations. Schedules appointments according to CDC recommended vaccine schedules and international traveling recommendations. Makes appointment reminder calls/emails. Responsible for managing waiting list. Calculates client visit fees, collects money and outstanding amounts owed by client and assists with claim preparation. Submits claims to third party billing entities. Balances end-of-day posting report against cash on hand. Reconciles any errors before submitting daily deposit. Takes notes and prepares meeting minutes as directed. Compiles data for reporting requirements for contracts, grants, and general clinic operations. Works as member of a client care team, assisting clinical staff to ensure efficient, accurate scheduling practices and quality client care. Communicates courteously and effectively with clients, families, visitors and staff. Utilizes language translation services for non-English speaking patients. Facilitates client flow so clients are seen in a timely manner. Communicates schedule delays and changes to clients. Drives a County vehicle and transports supplies to off-site locations for conducting immunization clinics. Participates in the development and implementation of the Division's strategic plan; quality improvement and performance management, workforce development, and accreditation requirements. Participates in the department's strategic programs across divisions. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Performs regular quality assurance checks on scheduling, check-in and check-out processes, insurance eligibility, and immunization data. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires one year of face-to-face customer service experience or working in an office or medical setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires CPR certification. Requires a current Montana driver's license. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires frequent standing; sitting for lengthy periods of time; occasional light to moderate lifting and carrying of files or clinic supplies (up to 50 lbs.). The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases. Requires working outside of the normal workday hours.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition Performs a variety of complex clerical duties to assist the public with motor vehicle registration and titling, and property tax collection in the Treasurer's Office. Representative Examples of Work Provides customer service including answering questions, resolving problems, advising customers in-person, in writing (electronically), and by telephone. Uses a computer system with multiple applications to process transactions related to motor vehicle ownership and registration, property taxes. Ensures transactions comply with applicable rules, regulations and laws. Processes motor vehicle transactions relating to ownership and registration. Reviews, assesses, and approves or denies applications for Montana motor vehicle titles and temporary registrations. Files liens on motor vehicles, evaluates eligibility for registration fee exemptions, calculates fees and collects payments, prepares forms and correspondence, and revokes and reinstates registrations based on non-payment or payment of fees. Collects property tax payments, calculates fees and penalties, assists in the collection of delinquent taxes, and performs a variety of tasks relating to property tax liens and appeals. Accepts tax payments made under protest and communicates the tax appeals process to customers. Maintains detailed records. Reviews, assesses, processes and approves or denies applications for mobile home moving permits. Performs daily financial reconciliation for payments received. Compares actual receipts to reported receipts, researches discrepancies, and makes corrections as appropriate. Consolidates daily financial reports and reconciles against individual balances for multiple employees. Scans and verifies checks. Receives, verifies and records deposits for other County departments and agencies. Ensures accuracy and confidentiality. Organizes and sorts incoming and outgoing mail including payments, confidential motor vehicle information and other requests from the public. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires one year of experience working with the public. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires successfully passing a criminal history background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires long periods of sitting and performing computer data entry. The work requires some moderate physical exertion including long periods of standing, and the ability to lift and move packages up to 30-40 lbs. on carts with wheels, loaded exceeding 100 pounds. Requires exposure to a high volume of public traffic which may involve exposure to communicable disease.
May 19, 2023
Full Time
Definition Performs a variety of complex clerical duties to assist the public with motor vehicle registration and titling, and property tax collection in the Treasurer's Office. Representative Examples of Work Provides customer service including answering questions, resolving problems, advising customers in-person, in writing (electronically), and by telephone. Uses a computer system with multiple applications to process transactions related to motor vehicle ownership and registration, property taxes. Ensures transactions comply with applicable rules, regulations and laws. Processes motor vehicle transactions relating to ownership and registration. Reviews, assesses, and approves or denies applications for Montana motor vehicle titles and temporary registrations. Files liens on motor vehicles, evaluates eligibility for registration fee exemptions, calculates fees and collects payments, prepares forms and correspondence, and revokes and reinstates registrations based on non-payment or payment of fees. Collects property tax payments, calculates fees and penalties, assists in the collection of delinquent taxes, and performs a variety of tasks relating to property tax liens and appeals. Accepts tax payments made under protest and communicates the tax appeals process to customers. Maintains detailed records. Reviews, assesses, processes and approves or denies applications for mobile home moving permits. Performs daily financial reconciliation for payments received. Compares actual receipts to reported receipts, researches discrepancies, and makes corrections as appropriate. Consolidates daily financial reports and reconciles against individual balances for multiple employees. Scans and verifies checks. Receives, verifies and records deposits for other County departments and agencies. Ensures accuracy and confidentiality. Organizes and sorts incoming and outgoing mail including payments, confidential motor vehicle information and other requests from the public. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires one year of experience working with the public. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires successfully passing a criminal history background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires long periods of sitting and performing computer data entry. The work requires some moderate physical exertion including long periods of standing, and the ability to lift and move packages up to 30-40 lbs. on carts with wheels, loaded exceeding 100 pounds. Requires exposure to a high volume of public traffic which may involve exposure to communicable disease.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please attach to your completed application: College Transcripts (unofficial accepted), a letter of interest, a resume, a copy of your MT Nursing License, and current CPR certification. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs professional level duties in the field of public health nursing for the Missoula City-County Health Department . Will be assigned to clinic services within the Health Services Division. Representative Examples of Work Promotes and supports the health of individual families and the community through assessment, teaching, counseling and other appropriate interventions. Duties may involve primary focus in areas such as infectious disease, asthma, immunizations, maternal and child health, etc. Works with public and private agencies to improve community health through the collection and assessment of health data and the implementation of recommended policies to address critical concerns. Applies the nursing process in identifying patients who have physical, social and emotional needs. Serves as case manager in the assessment of nursing needs of individuals and families. Develops nursing care plans and provides documentation as appropriate or required. Assists individuals and families to identify, access and utilize appropriate community health resources. Provides service in community, home and clinic settings. Provides health-education to individuals and groups, including other health professionals. Acts as a health resource person to other health and social agencies. May assist citizen groups in organizing community health programs. Assists with mentoring and providing guidance for nursing students assigned to the Health Department. Plans, develops and evaluates projects as assigned. Prepares reports to indicate project progress and outcome as needed. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. DESIGNATED AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY: Immunization Clinic Services : Works with all ages to assess historical vaccine records and to administer immunizations based on age and/or medical condition. In addition to vaccinations, may draw blood, administer TB skin tests and interpret results, and do lice checks. Responsible for coordinating with Infectious Disease office on reportable communicable diseases. Works with the public and other health care providers to inform and educate on vaccine-related topics. May be required to work in the International Travel Clinic to perform travel consultations. Primarily works in a clinic setting but may also work in the community setting. Minimum Qualifications Requires a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Requires a current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in Montana. No prior experience is required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a current Montana driver's license. Requires current CPR certification. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires successfully passing a criminal history background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires some physical exertion such as bending, walking and lifting boxes of files and small children (up to 40 lbs.). Requires the manual dexterity to perform manual nursing skills, such as drawing blood, giving injections, filling syringes, etc. The employee may risk exposure to potentially dangerous situations, including exposure to communicable diseases. Varies by designated area of responsibility: The employee will be required to provide service in home settings, which may require climbing stairs. The employee will be required to serve in an on-call capacity on a rotational basis that requires carrying a pager and a cell phone. Requires working outside of the normal workday hours. Requires driving a vehicle to off-site locations for conducting immunization clinics or home visiting.
May 18, 2023
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please attach to your completed application: College Transcripts (unofficial accepted), a letter of interest, a resume, a copy of your MT Nursing License, and current CPR certification. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs professional level duties in the field of public health nursing for the Missoula City-County Health Department . Will be assigned to clinic services within the Health Services Division. Representative Examples of Work Promotes and supports the health of individual families and the community through assessment, teaching, counseling and other appropriate interventions. Duties may involve primary focus in areas such as infectious disease, asthma, immunizations, maternal and child health, etc. Works with public and private agencies to improve community health through the collection and assessment of health data and the implementation of recommended policies to address critical concerns. Applies the nursing process in identifying patients who have physical, social and emotional needs. Serves as case manager in the assessment of nursing needs of individuals and families. Develops nursing care plans and provides documentation as appropriate or required. Assists individuals and families to identify, access and utilize appropriate community health resources. Provides service in community, home and clinic settings. Provides health-education to individuals and groups, including other health professionals. Acts as a health resource person to other health and social agencies. May assist citizen groups in organizing community health programs. Assists with mentoring and providing guidance for nursing students assigned to the Health Department. Plans, develops and evaluates projects as assigned. Prepares reports to indicate project progress and outcome as needed. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. DESIGNATED AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY: Immunization Clinic Services : Works with all ages to assess historical vaccine records and to administer immunizations based on age and/or medical condition. In addition to vaccinations, may draw blood, administer TB skin tests and interpret results, and do lice checks. Responsible for coordinating with Infectious Disease office on reportable communicable diseases. Works with the public and other health care providers to inform and educate on vaccine-related topics. May be required to work in the International Travel Clinic to perform travel consultations. Primarily works in a clinic setting but may also work in the community setting. Minimum Qualifications Requires a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Requires a current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in Montana. No prior experience is required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a current Montana driver's license. Requires current CPR certification. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires successfully passing a criminal history background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires some physical exertion such as bending, walking and lifting boxes of files and small children (up to 40 lbs.). Requires the manual dexterity to perform manual nursing skills, such as drawing blood, giving injections, filling syringes, etc. The employee may risk exposure to potentially dangerous situations, including exposure to communicable diseases. Varies by designated area of responsibility: The employee will be required to provide service in home settings, which may require climbing stairs. The employee will be required to serve in an on-call capacity on a rotational basis that requires carrying a pager and a cell phone. Requires working outside of the normal workday hours. Requires driving a vehicle to off-site locations for conducting immunization clinics or home visiting.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
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May 18, 2023
Full Time
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MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition Priority Application Date: May 25, 2023 by 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) Complete applications with required attachments received by the 'Priority Application Date' will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Pleas e include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter , Resume, and copy of current RN License. Incomplete applications and applications without required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs work as a registered nurse in a busy acute care clinic for Partnership Health Center. Serves as a lead worker for clinic staff and as a clinical resource. May be assigned to work with specialty populations. Representative Examples of Work Works with PHC medical providers to develop strategies to manage complex medical needs for clients with chronic illness. Develops patient education; assesses treatment readiness; identifies methods to manage treatment side effects; and makes referrals to onsite behavioral health services. Ensures ongoing, proactive quality assurance programs are identified, developed and implemented. Works within the chronic disease self-management model utilized at PHC to provide patient and family education to individuals and groups and to develop goals for improved health outcomes consistent with evidence-based guidelines. Participates in multi-disciplinary conferences, serves as a clinical resource for medical providers, care team nurses, dental, mental health and psycho-social case managers. Provides work direction for LPN and MA staff, giving clinical direction or serving as a clinical resource; contributes to performance management efforts. Performs related duties as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general supervision of the director of nursing. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Serves as a lead work position; provides work direction and clinical guidance to LPN and MA staff; and volunteers or interns as assigned. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS : Works closely with Partnership Health Center medical care teams, hospital case managers or social workers, other case managers (home health, public health, mental health etc.); and medical providers in the community working with clients on his/her caseload. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : KNOWLEDGE : Working knowledge of chronic disease self management strategies and nursing practices related to acute and chronic complex medical conditions such as diabetes, hepatitis C, cancer, cardiac disease, pulmonary disease, and chronic pain conditions. Working knowledge of Healthcare Professional Basic Life Support (BLS) guidelines. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of a personal computer and related software. Skill in the use of electronic health records. ABILITIES : Ability to coordinate complex medical care plans consistent with the chronic disease self-management model. Ability to gather and analyze quality data and make appropriate recommendations to the medical care team. Ability to lead staff in continuous efforts to improve quality productivity and effectiveness. Ability to communicate in the English language, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION : Requires graduation from an accredited nursing program. EXPERIENCE : None. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in Montana. Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires some physical exertion such as bending, walking and lifting boxes of files (up to 20 lbs.). Requires the manual dexterity to perform manual nursing skills, such as drawing blood, giving injections, filling syringes, etc. The employee may risk exposure to potentially dangerous situations, including exposure to communicable diseases.
May 17, 2023
Full Time
Definition Priority Application Date: May 25, 2023 by 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) Complete applications with required attachments received by the 'Priority Application Date' will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Pleas e include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter , Resume, and copy of current RN License. Incomplete applications and applications without required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs work as a registered nurse in a busy acute care clinic for Partnership Health Center. Serves as a lead worker for clinic staff and as a clinical resource. May be assigned to work with specialty populations. Representative Examples of Work Works with PHC medical providers to develop strategies to manage complex medical needs for clients with chronic illness. Develops patient education; assesses treatment readiness; identifies methods to manage treatment side effects; and makes referrals to onsite behavioral health services. Ensures ongoing, proactive quality assurance programs are identified, developed and implemented. Works within the chronic disease self-management model utilized at PHC to provide patient and family education to individuals and groups and to develop goals for improved health outcomes consistent with evidence-based guidelines. Participates in multi-disciplinary conferences, serves as a clinical resource for medical providers, care team nurses, dental, mental health and psycho-social case managers. Provides work direction for LPN and MA staff, giving clinical direction or serving as a clinical resource; contributes to performance management efforts. Performs related duties as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general supervision of the director of nursing. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Serves as a lead work position; provides work direction and clinical guidance to LPN and MA staff; and volunteers or interns as assigned. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS : Works closely with Partnership Health Center medical care teams, hospital case managers or social workers, other case managers (home health, public health, mental health etc.); and medical providers in the community working with clients on his/her caseload. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : KNOWLEDGE : Working knowledge of chronic disease self management strategies and nursing practices related to acute and chronic complex medical conditions such as diabetes, hepatitis C, cancer, cardiac disease, pulmonary disease, and chronic pain conditions. Working knowledge of Healthcare Professional Basic Life Support (BLS) guidelines. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of a personal computer and related software. Skill in the use of electronic health records. ABILITIES : Ability to coordinate complex medical care plans consistent with the chronic disease self-management model. Ability to gather and analyze quality data and make appropriate recommendations to the medical care team. Ability to lead staff in continuous efforts to improve quality productivity and effectiveness. Ability to communicate in the English language, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION : Requires graduation from an accredited nursing program. EXPERIENCE : None. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in Montana. Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires some physical exertion such as bending, walking and lifting boxes of files (up to 20 lbs.). Requires the manual dexterity to perform manual nursing skills, such as drawing blood, giving injections, filling syringes, etc. The employee may risk exposure to potentially dangerous situations, including exposure to communicable diseases.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, a resume, and the results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs advanced level clerical and administrative support duties for the Planning, Development and Sustainability department. Representative Examples of Work Performs administrative and support tasks including: reception of callers and visitors; managing calendars, scheduling appointments and special events; preparing for meetings; planning events; preparing and disseminating schedules, agendas, meeting minutes, daily mail and other information. Provides administrative support to the Missoula Consolidated Planning Board, the Missoula County Board of Adjustment, and other advisory boards by coordinating meeting logistics and preparing and disseminating agendas and meeting minutes. Maintains public records and files; prepares payroll and processes claims; monitors budget expenditures. Performs complex clerical and administrative work requiring the exercise of independent judgment. Composes and prepares correspondence, complex meeting minutes, reports and forms from source material. Assists in obtaining and compiling information and data for use in special reports and presentations; may conduct research on assigned subjects. Uses technology including content management systems, agenda management systems, remote meeting systems, and spreadsheet and database applications to process and track information, provide information to the public, prepare reports, create graphs and charts; uses desktop publishing application to create brochures, write newsletters and other publications. Develops and maintains department website and social media presence. Responds to requests for information by the public, office staff or other departments. Answers complex inquiries that may require interpretation of County or departmental policies, rules and regulations. Assists in the dissemination of information necessary to implement County or departmental policies. Provides technical assistance to employees on office procedures; acts as a liaison between department officials, other employees and the general public; attends meetings as departmental representative as required or directed. May present information in public meetings as required or directed. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires two years of office clerical or administrative support in an office setting, including providing customer service. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is commonly performed in an office setting with a considerable amount of time using a computer keyboard. May require occasional light lifting (up to 20#). Requires attendance at meetings outside the workplace; requires attendance at meetings outside normal business hours.
May 17, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, a resume, and the results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs advanced level clerical and administrative support duties for the Planning, Development and Sustainability department. Representative Examples of Work Performs administrative and support tasks including: reception of callers and visitors; managing calendars, scheduling appointments and special events; preparing for meetings; planning events; preparing and disseminating schedules, agendas, meeting minutes, daily mail and other information. Provides administrative support to the Missoula Consolidated Planning Board, the Missoula County Board of Adjustment, and other advisory boards by coordinating meeting logistics and preparing and disseminating agendas and meeting minutes. Maintains public records and files; prepares payroll and processes claims; monitors budget expenditures. Performs complex clerical and administrative work requiring the exercise of independent judgment. Composes and prepares correspondence, complex meeting minutes, reports and forms from source material. Assists in obtaining and compiling information and data for use in special reports and presentations; may conduct research on assigned subjects. Uses technology including content management systems, agenda management systems, remote meeting systems, and spreadsheet and database applications to process and track information, provide information to the public, prepare reports, create graphs and charts; uses desktop publishing application to create brochures, write newsletters and other publications. Develops and maintains department website and social media presence. Responds to requests for information by the public, office staff or other departments. Answers complex inquiries that may require interpretation of County or departmental policies, rules and regulations. Assists in the dissemination of information necessary to implement County or departmental policies. Provides technical assistance to employees on office procedures; acts as a liaison between department officials, other employees and the general public; attends meetings as departmental representative as required or directed. May present information in public meetings as required or directed. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires two years of office clerical or administrative support in an office setting, including providing customer service. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is commonly performed in an office setting with a considerable amount of time using a computer keyboard. May require occasional light lifting (up to 20#). Requires attendance at meetings outside the workplace; requires attendance at meetings outside normal business hours.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: College transcripts (unofficial are accepted), a letter of interest, a resume, and documentation of AAPC Certified Professional Biller (if applicable). (Certification can occur within first six months of hire), Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs a variety of duties related to billing and collection services and provides lead direction for staff performing billing functions for the Health Services Division of the Missoula City-County Health Department (MCCHD). Representative Examples of Work Compiles information for site validation and credentialing for payors as required. Coordinates contracts and agreements with various insurance companies, providers, and agencies and MCCHD management. Monitors contractual adjustments/write-offs and assists MCCHD management with negotiating coverage of services with payors. Develops, evaluates, revises, and implements billing practices and procedures. Processes electronic and paper claims including client, Medicare, Medicaid and other third-party bills. Ensures the accuracy of insurance eligibility and demographics. Answers questions related to billing information. Keeps up to date with current medical codes and forms including ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and CMS1500 claim forms. Keeps up to date with current payor fee schedules and provider manuals for billing. Examines client visit records or encounter forms, reviews and updates coding of client visit records to determine appropriate billing. Makes recommendations to improve efficiency and to streamline workflow. Prepares weekly deposit; calculates receivables to appropriate budget codes; reports calculation to MCCHD accountant and County finance department. Reconciles cash and payments from deposits to accounts posted, from client and third-party payers. Posts client and insurance payments including denials and zero payments. Rebills or resolves denials and zero pays in a timely manner. Communicates with insurance companies about errors and disputes. Prepares refunds as requested by insurance or to clients as discovered through quality assurance protocols. Submits accurate and timely grant and contract fee-for-service deliverables/invoices, monitors payments, and reconciles any errors. Provides lead direction for positions performing duties related to the billing function; orients and trains employees on the billing protocols and software; answers questions regarding use of the billing system and provides guidance and feedback. Makes recommendations for changes and implements new billing procedures. Works schedules of aging for accounts receivable. Tracks and collects past due accounts. Prepares monthly client statements and agency invoices. Maintains and updates agency contracts as needed. Acts as liaison with agency contacts. Evaluates and maintains confidential client financial information. Advises clients on relevant insurance coverage as it applies to services received in our facility. Acts as liaison with billing software help desk. Acts as administrator for insurance provider portals, maintains staff access within portals. Prepares reports as directed or requested by management. Assists in formulating credit and collection policies and administers account adjustments in accordance with approved policies. Assists with off-site clinic activities including moving supplies and driving a county vehicle. Compiles information for financial and utilization reports as directed. Participates in the development and implementation of the Division's strategic plan; quality improvement and performance management, workforce development, and accreditation requirements. Participates in the department's strategic programs across divisions. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Requires an associate degree in finance, accounting, business or similar field. Must be certified or able to become an AAPC Certified Professional Biller within one-year of hire. Requires three years of experience with billing, accounting, or finance in a medical office setting, which includes experience with a computerized accounting system and electronic health records. Requires experience with 3rd party billing and maintaining a large accounts receivable database. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires CPR certification. Requires a current Montana driver's license. The work is primarily performed in an office setting and requires little physical activity. A significant amount of the work is performed at a computer work station. May require occasional light lifting (20#). The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases. On occasion, may require working outside of normal workday hours. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is primarily performed in an office setting and requires little physical activity. A significant amount of the work is performed at a computer work station. May require occasional light lifting (20#). The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases. On occasion, may require working outside of normal workday hours.
May 17, 2023
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: College transcripts (unofficial are accepted), a letter of interest, a resume, and documentation of AAPC Certified Professional Biller (if applicable). (Certification can occur within first six months of hire), Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs a variety of duties related to billing and collection services and provides lead direction for staff performing billing functions for the Health Services Division of the Missoula City-County Health Department (MCCHD). Representative Examples of Work Compiles information for site validation and credentialing for payors as required. Coordinates contracts and agreements with various insurance companies, providers, and agencies and MCCHD management. Monitors contractual adjustments/write-offs and assists MCCHD management with negotiating coverage of services with payors. Develops, evaluates, revises, and implements billing practices and procedures. Processes electronic and paper claims including client, Medicare, Medicaid and other third-party bills. Ensures the accuracy of insurance eligibility and demographics. Answers questions related to billing information. Keeps up to date with current medical codes and forms including ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and CMS1500 claim forms. Keeps up to date with current payor fee schedules and provider manuals for billing. Examines client visit records or encounter forms, reviews and updates coding of client visit records to determine appropriate billing. Makes recommendations to improve efficiency and to streamline workflow. Prepares weekly deposit; calculates receivables to appropriate budget codes; reports calculation to MCCHD accountant and County finance department. Reconciles cash and payments from deposits to accounts posted, from client and third-party payers. Posts client and insurance payments including denials and zero payments. Rebills or resolves denials and zero pays in a timely manner. Communicates with insurance companies about errors and disputes. Prepares refunds as requested by insurance or to clients as discovered through quality assurance protocols. Submits accurate and timely grant and contract fee-for-service deliverables/invoices, monitors payments, and reconciles any errors. Provides lead direction for positions performing duties related to the billing function; orients and trains employees on the billing protocols and software; answers questions regarding use of the billing system and provides guidance and feedback. Makes recommendations for changes and implements new billing procedures. Works schedules of aging for accounts receivable. Tracks and collects past due accounts. Prepares monthly client statements and agency invoices. Maintains and updates agency contracts as needed. Acts as liaison with agency contacts. Evaluates and maintains confidential client financial information. Advises clients on relevant insurance coverage as it applies to services received in our facility. Acts as liaison with billing software help desk. Acts as administrator for insurance provider portals, maintains staff access within portals. Prepares reports as directed or requested by management. Assists in formulating credit and collection policies and administers account adjustments in accordance with approved policies. Assists with off-site clinic activities including moving supplies and driving a county vehicle. Compiles information for financial and utilization reports as directed. Participates in the development and implementation of the Division's strategic plan; quality improvement and performance management, workforce development, and accreditation requirements. Participates in the department's strategic programs across divisions. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Requires an associate degree in finance, accounting, business or similar field. Must be certified or able to become an AAPC Certified Professional Biller within one-year of hire. Requires three years of experience with billing, accounting, or finance in a medical office setting, which includes experience with a computerized accounting system and electronic health records. Requires experience with 3rd party billing and maintaining a large accounts receivable database. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires CPR certification. Requires a current Montana driver's license. The work is primarily performed in an office setting and requires little physical activity. A significant amount of the work is performed at a computer work station. May require occasional light lifting (20#). The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases. On occasion, may require working outside of normal workday hours. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is primarily performed in an office setting and requires little physical activity. A significant amount of the work is performed at a computer work station. May require occasional light lifting (20#). The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases. On occasion, may require working outside of normal workday hours.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs a variety of unskilled manual labor. Representative Examples of Work Cleans, paints and assists with minor repairs to buildings and other fairgrounds structures. Digs and fills excavations. Rakes leaves, mows lawns and trims shrubs. Cuts and removes brush and trees. Maintains clean grounds; picks up trash; empties garbage cans. Shovels snow and/or manure. Removes ice from streets and walkways. Moves heavy objects from one location to another. Minimum Qualifications Requires 6 months of experience in manual labor or basic grounds-keeping. Requires a valid driver's license. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires bending, stooping, crawling, climbing ladders and heavy lifting (50-75 pounds). May require working under extreme outdoor weather conditions.
May 03, 2023
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs a variety of unskilled manual labor. Representative Examples of Work Cleans, paints and assists with minor repairs to buildings and other fairgrounds structures. Digs and fills excavations. Rakes leaves, mows lawns and trims shrubs. Cuts and removes brush and trees. Maintains clean grounds; picks up trash; empties garbage cans. Shovels snow and/or manure. Removes ice from streets and walkways. Moves heavy objects from one location to another. Minimum Qualifications Requires 6 months of experience in manual labor or basic grounds-keeping. Requires a valid driver's license. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires bending, stooping, crawling, climbing ladders and heavy lifting (50-75 pounds). May require working under extreme outdoor weather conditions.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application even if a resume is attached. Please include with your completed application packet: documentation of an EPA 608 Type 2 Refrigeration certification. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Primarily performs duties related to the installation, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems at various Missoula County sites for the Facilities Maintenance Department. Also performs all of the technical building and grounds maintenance work of a Building Engineer. Representative Examples of Work Repairs and maintains chillers, cooling towers, heat pumps, HVAC and well water-cooling systems. Performs service repair and maintenance of heating equipment, ventilation equipment, boilers, pumps, and related equipment. Repairs and replaces refrigeration compressors and system components; troubleshoots electrical components of large refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Brazes ACR copper fittings and uses a vacuum pump and recovery unit for making repairs. Repairs and replaces electronic digital control systems; programs and services building automation controls Adjusts settings or logic from a laptop or a desktop computer. Observes county building structures, envelopes and systems; reports any maintenance issues or unsafe conditions to the supervisor. Monitors preventive maintenance schedules and computerized control systems, performs preventive maintenance on hydronic circuits, boilers, and building access control systems. Performs maintenance and fixture replacement on lighting systems. Assists with maintenance and repairs at remote mountain transmitter sites in all weather conditions. Performs work to repair specialized building systems including: fire and security systems; tube transport system; inmate phone system; and video arraignment system. Makes plumbing, electrical, and minor welding repairs. Assists with fire extinguisher maintenance. Monitors supply inventory, maintains computerized records, and notifies the supervisor when supplies or parts are needed; places orders for supplies. Picks up supplies or materials as required. Adheres to tool control policy. Performs grounds maintenance including snow removal, de-icing; lawn maintenance and work on lawn sprinkler systems. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires EPA 608 Type 2 Refrigeration certification. NATE Core certification desired. Requires four years of HVAC installation, repair and maintenance experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Montana Driver's License and pass a driving history and extensive criminal background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is performed at a wide variety of facilities county wide including but not limited to: County courthouse and other office buildings; county fairgrounds; mountain transmitter sites; etc. The work requires considerable physical activity, occasionally in adverse weather conditions and in facilities in various states of repair. Requires work in detention cells and exposure to inmates. Requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, climbing of stairs and high ladders and lifting of moderate to very heavy objects (50 to 100 plus pounds) with the use of mechanical or people assists. The work requires the physical ability to operate a snowmobile, drive a four-wheel drive motor vehicle, and operate a forklift and other equipment. Requires work outside of the normal workday and the employee will be subject to on-call assignments that requires carrying a pager and a cell phone. Work may cause exposure to health threats such as sewage and blood-borne pathogens.
Apr 29, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application even if a resume is attached. Please include with your completed application packet: documentation of an EPA 608 Type 2 Refrigeration certification. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Primarily performs duties related to the installation, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems at various Missoula County sites for the Facilities Maintenance Department. Also performs all of the technical building and grounds maintenance work of a Building Engineer. Representative Examples of Work Repairs and maintains chillers, cooling towers, heat pumps, HVAC and well water-cooling systems. Performs service repair and maintenance of heating equipment, ventilation equipment, boilers, pumps, and related equipment. Repairs and replaces refrigeration compressors and system components; troubleshoots electrical components of large refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Brazes ACR copper fittings and uses a vacuum pump and recovery unit for making repairs. Repairs and replaces electronic digital control systems; programs and services building automation controls Adjusts settings or logic from a laptop or a desktop computer. Observes county building structures, envelopes and systems; reports any maintenance issues or unsafe conditions to the supervisor. Monitors preventive maintenance schedules and computerized control systems, performs preventive maintenance on hydronic circuits, boilers, and building access control systems. Performs maintenance and fixture replacement on lighting systems. Assists with maintenance and repairs at remote mountain transmitter sites in all weather conditions. Performs work to repair specialized building systems including: fire and security systems; tube transport system; inmate phone system; and video arraignment system. Makes plumbing, electrical, and minor welding repairs. Assists with fire extinguisher maintenance. Monitors supply inventory, maintains computerized records, and notifies the supervisor when supplies or parts are needed; places orders for supplies. Picks up supplies or materials as required. Adheres to tool control policy. Performs grounds maintenance including snow removal, de-icing; lawn maintenance and work on lawn sprinkler systems. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires EPA 608 Type 2 Refrigeration certification. NATE Core certification desired. Requires four years of HVAC installation, repair and maintenance experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Montana Driver's License and pass a driving history and extensive criminal background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is performed at a wide variety of facilities county wide including but not limited to: County courthouse and other office buildings; county fairgrounds; mountain transmitter sites; etc. The work requires considerable physical activity, occasionally in adverse weather conditions and in facilities in various states of repair. Requires work in detention cells and exposure to inmates. Requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, climbing of stairs and high ladders and lifting of moderate to very heavy objects (50 to 100 plus pounds) with the use of mechanical or people assists. The work requires the physical ability to operate a snowmobile, drive a four-wheel drive motor vehicle, and operate a forklift and other equipment. Requires work outside of the normal workday and the employee will be subject to on-call assignments that requires carrying a pager and a cell phone. Work may cause exposure to health threats such as sewage and blood-borne pathogens.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition Priority Application Date: May 5, 2023 by 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) Complete applications with required attachments received by the 'Priority Application Date' will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, a copy of your Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification and BLS certification, and a copy of certificate showing completion of Dental Assistant program (if applicable). Please also attach a valid MT Driver's License. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs dental assistant duties in a dental clinic for Partnership Health Center, satellite dental clinic locations, and the Missoula County Detention Facility. Representative Examples of Work Seats patient, reviews medical history, and prepares patient for dental work. Arranges appropriate dental instruments and materials for patient treatment. Assists the dentist and dental hygienist in performing needed patient services, including: placing or removing rubber dam, applying topical drugs to patient as prescribed by dentist, placing or removing celluloid, plastic or metallic strips between patients teeth, providing suction/evacuation function as needed. Assists in taking and developing x-ray films. Provides appropriate patient education regarding treatment rendered. Sterilizes, cleans and maintains dental instruments and equipment. Assists clerical support to schedule patient appointments. Assists with maintaining dental supply inventories. Assists with maintaining patient charts, progress notes and records. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Has numerous contacts with dental patients, health care providers and other county employees. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of dental office and chair-side dental assisting practices, procedures and techniques. Working knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Working knowledge of department's policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of dental tools and dental equipment, including x-ray equipment. ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, orally and in writing with patients and coworkers. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain a current BLS certification. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Ability to motivate patients to maintain proper dental care. Ability to prepare and maintain charts, record logs, and reports. Minimum Qualifications Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION : Requires high school graduation or GED. R equires current Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification. Completion of a Dental Assistant training program is desired. EXPERIENCE : None. Experience working as a dental assistant is desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Subject to passing a criminal background investigation that will require fingerprinting. Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 pounds). The employee may risk exposure to radiation due to taking and developing x-ray films. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time. May work in the Detention Facility, which involves exposure to potentially dangerous persons and situations. May require traveling to satellite clinic locations such as Seeley Lake or Lowell School.
Apr 28, 2023
Definition Priority Application Date: May 5, 2023 by 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) Complete applications with required attachments received by the 'Priority Application Date' will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, a copy of your Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification and BLS certification, and a copy of certificate showing completion of Dental Assistant program (if applicable). Please also attach a valid MT Driver's License. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs dental assistant duties in a dental clinic for Partnership Health Center, satellite dental clinic locations, and the Missoula County Detention Facility. Representative Examples of Work Seats patient, reviews medical history, and prepares patient for dental work. Arranges appropriate dental instruments and materials for patient treatment. Assists the dentist and dental hygienist in performing needed patient services, including: placing or removing rubber dam, applying topical drugs to patient as prescribed by dentist, placing or removing celluloid, plastic or metallic strips between patients teeth, providing suction/evacuation function as needed. Assists in taking and developing x-ray films. Provides appropriate patient education regarding treatment rendered. Sterilizes, cleans and maintains dental instruments and equipment. Assists clerical support to schedule patient appointments. Assists with maintaining dental supply inventories. Assists with maintaining patient charts, progress notes and records. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Has numerous contacts with dental patients, health care providers and other county employees. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of dental office and chair-side dental assisting practices, procedures and techniques. Working knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Working knowledge of department's policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of dental tools and dental equipment, including x-ray equipment. ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, orally and in writing with patients and coworkers. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain a current BLS certification. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Ability to motivate patients to maintain proper dental care. Ability to prepare and maintain charts, record logs, and reports. Minimum Qualifications Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION : Requires high school graduation or GED. R equires current Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification. Completion of a Dental Assistant training program is desired. EXPERIENCE : None. Experience working as a dental assistant is desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Subject to passing a criminal background investigation that will require fingerprinting. Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 pounds). The employee may risk exposure to radiation due to taking and developing x-ray films. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time. May work in the Detention Facility, which involves exposure to potentially dangerous persons and situations. May require traveling to satellite clinic locations such as Seeley Lake or Lowell School.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application , even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter and Resume. Please address in your Cover Letter your experience working in a medical office, dental office, or a call center. Incomplete applications and applications without required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. The Partnership Health Center PSR Team engages in department and inter-department celebrations and recognition on a regular basis. Our Call Center PSR team is located on the Partnership Health Center campus. Join a fast-paced and supportive environment answering inbound calls to our health center. In the Creamery building, Dental PSRs work in a close team environment with dental assistants, hygienists, and dentists; Medical PSRs team-up with medical assistants and providers to provide exceptional patient care and experience. Experience in a Call Center or prior work in a dental or medical office is preferred. Performs a variety of clerical and reception duties; assesses patient income information and determines eligibility for discounted fees or services at Partnership Health Center (PHC). Representative Examples of Work Greets and registers patients for appointments; receives and screens incoming telephone calls; records messages and routes calls to appropriate departments. Schedules patient appointments and enters patient information into the computer following established protocols; prints and distributes daily schedules; makes appointment reminder calls to patients. Reviews patient charts for required updates to medical forms; verifies income and payor sources; updates patient information in charts and computer system. Interviews patients in need of financial assistance. Informs patients about the sliding fee scale and eligibility requirements. Obtains proof of income documentation, determines eligibility, and places patient on the sliding fee scale. Maintains documentation and follows up with patients to ensure completion of application process. Refers patients to a Senior or Lead Patient Services Representative if eligible for Medicaid, Medicare, or for help purchasing insurance. Calculates nominal fees and collects money for patient visit and outstanding amounts owed by patient. Balances end-of-day posting report against cash on hand. Reconciles any errors before submitting daily deposit. Works as member of a patient care team(s) assisting clinical staff to ensure efficient, accurate scheduling practices and quality patient care. Facilitates patient flow so patients are seen in a timely manner. Communicates schedule delays and changes to patients. Assures that front and back doors are locked at the end of the shift. Straightens chairs and magazines in lobby area. May be responsible for managing waiting and/or cancelation lists for assigned care team(s). May assist patients to fill out medical information/forms. May assist with medical records or secretarial support services. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general supervision of Director of Patient Services. Note: The Finance office will train and audit sliding fee scale calculations and provide guidance and recommendations for improvement as needed. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : None. May explain and review work procedures with work study students, volunteers or intermittent employees. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS : Has numerous contacts with the general public and persons from other PHC departments on routine matters for the purpose of giving and obtaining information. Has regular contact with PHC Finance Office staff for guidance and recommendations on sliding fee scale calculations and to coordinate efforts. Regular contact with other members of the provider care team. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE : Working knowledge of modern medical office practices and procedures, including computerized scheduling for patient visits. Working knowledge of medical terminology. Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and math. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of Medicare/Medicaid billing. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. Working knowledge of PHC's sliding fee scale eligibility requirements and process. Working knowledge of eligibility factors for Medicare and Medicaid. Basic knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Affordable Care Act. SKILLS : Skill in the use of modern office machines and multi-line phone systems. Skill in the use of data entry equipment as demonstrated by basic keyboarding speed (35 WPM). ABILITIES : Ability to learn assigned tasks and procedures. Ability to perform detailed work in a precise and accurate manner, manage multiple tasks and priorities, work independently and work in a stressful and hectic environment. Ability to collect and reconcile large sums of money. Ability to use initiative and good judgment and sufficient maturity to handle the confidential aspects of the work. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to always put patients at the center of PHC's service model and carry out supportive customer service in all duties. Ability to work as a part of a team, proactively seeking out ways to help patients and co-workers alike. Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION : Requires high school graduation or GED. EXPERIENCE : Requires one year of face to face customer service experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires frequent standing; sitting for lengthy periods of time; occasional light lifting and carrying of files or supplies (up to 20 lbs.). Work may include early morning or evening hours. The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases.
Apr 26, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application , even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter and Resume. Please address in your Cover Letter your experience working in a medical office, dental office, or a call center. Incomplete applications and applications without required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. The Partnership Health Center PSR Team engages in department and inter-department celebrations and recognition on a regular basis. Our Call Center PSR team is located on the Partnership Health Center campus. Join a fast-paced and supportive environment answering inbound calls to our health center. In the Creamery building, Dental PSRs work in a close team environment with dental assistants, hygienists, and dentists; Medical PSRs team-up with medical assistants and providers to provide exceptional patient care and experience. Experience in a Call Center or prior work in a dental or medical office is preferred. Performs a variety of clerical and reception duties; assesses patient income information and determines eligibility for discounted fees or services at Partnership Health Center (PHC). Representative Examples of Work Greets and registers patients for appointments; receives and screens incoming telephone calls; records messages and routes calls to appropriate departments. Schedules patient appointments and enters patient information into the computer following established protocols; prints and distributes daily schedules; makes appointment reminder calls to patients. Reviews patient charts for required updates to medical forms; verifies income and payor sources; updates patient information in charts and computer system. Interviews patients in need of financial assistance. Informs patients about the sliding fee scale and eligibility requirements. Obtains proof of income documentation, determines eligibility, and places patient on the sliding fee scale. Maintains documentation and follows up with patients to ensure completion of application process. Refers patients to a Senior or Lead Patient Services Representative if eligible for Medicaid, Medicare, or for help purchasing insurance. Calculates nominal fees and collects money for patient visit and outstanding amounts owed by patient. Balances end-of-day posting report against cash on hand. Reconciles any errors before submitting daily deposit. Works as member of a patient care team(s) assisting clinical staff to ensure efficient, accurate scheduling practices and quality patient care. Facilitates patient flow so patients are seen in a timely manner. Communicates schedule delays and changes to patients. Assures that front and back doors are locked at the end of the shift. Straightens chairs and magazines in lobby area. May be responsible for managing waiting and/or cancelation lists for assigned care team(s). May assist patients to fill out medical information/forms. May assist with medical records or secretarial support services. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general supervision of Director of Patient Services. Note: The Finance office will train and audit sliding fee scale calculations and provide guidance and recommendations for improvement as needed. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : None. May explain and review work procedures with work study students, volunteers or intermittent employees. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS : Has numerous contacts with the general public and persons from other PHC departments on routine matters for the purpose of giving and obtaining information. Has regular contact with PHC Finance Office staff for guidance and recommendations on sliding fee scale calculations and to coordinate efforts. Regular contact with other members of the provider care team. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE : Working knowledge of modern medical office practices and procedures, including computerized scheduling for patient visits. Working knowledge of medical terminology. Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and math. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of Medicare/Medicaid billing. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. Working knowledge of PHC's sliding fee scale eligibility requirements and process. Working knowledge of eligibility factors for Medicare and Medicaid. Basic knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Affordable Care Act. SKILLS : Skill in the use of modern office machines and multi-line phone systems. Skill in the use of data entry equipment as demonstrated by basic keyboarding speed (35 WPM). ABILITIES : Ability to learn assigned tasks and procedures. Ability to perform detailed work in a precise and accurate manner, manage multiple tasks and priorities, work independently and work in a stressful and hectic environment. Ability to collect and reconcile large sums of money. Ability to use initiative and good judgment and sufficient maturity to handle the confidential aspects of the work. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to always put patients at the center of PHC's service model and carry out supportive customer service in all duties. Ability to work as a part of a team, proactively seeking out ways to help patients and co-workers alike. Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION : Requires high school graduation or GED. EXPERIENCE : Requires one year of face to face customer service experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires frequent standing; sitting for lengthy periods of time; occasional light lifting and carrying of files or supplies (up to 20 lbs.). Work may include early morning or evening hours. The employee may risk exposure to communicable diseases.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-managed City and an excellent management team in the newly created Assistant City Manager position. City Manager Neil Cardwell has quickly earned a reputation as a thoughtful and capable city manager and is now looking for a talented assistant city manager to join him in managing the daily operation of the City. The ideal candidate will be politically savvy with excellent management and communication skills. Â
Apr 06, 2023
Full Time
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-managed City and an excellent management team in the newly created Assistant City Manager position. City Manager Neil Cardwell has quickly earned a reputation as a thoughtful and capable city manager and is now looking for a talented assistant city manager to join him in managing the daily operation of the City. The ideal candidate will be politically savvy with excellent management and communication skills. Â
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, a copy of your Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification and BLS certification, a copy of certificate showing completion of Dental Assistant program, and a valid MT Driver's License. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs dental assistant duties in a dental clinic for Partnership Health Center, satellite dental clinic locations, and the Missoula County Detention Facility. Representative Examples of Work Seats patient, reviews medical history, and prepares patient for dental work. Arranges appropriate dental instruments and materials for patient treatment. Assists the dentist and dental hygienist in performing needed patient services, including: placing or removing rubber dam, applying topical drugs to patient as prescribed by dentist, placing or removing celluloid, plastic or metallic strips between patients teeth, providing suction/evacuation function as needed. Assists in taking and developing x-ray films. Provides appropriate patient education regarding treatment rendered. Sterilizes, cleans and maintains dental instruments and equipment. Assists clerical support to schedule patient appointments. Assists with maintaining dental supply inventories. Assists with maintaining patient charts, progress notes and records. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Has numerous contacts with dental patients, health care providers and other county employees. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of dental office and chair-side dental assisting practices, procedures and techniques. Working knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Working knowledge of department's policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of dental tools and dental equipment, including x-ray equipment. ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, orally and in writing with patients and coworkers. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain a current BLS certification. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Ability to motivate patients to maintain proper dental care. Ability to prepare and maintain charts, record logs, and reports. Minimum Qualifications Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION : Requires high school graduation or GED. Completion of a Dental Assistant training program is desired. Requires current Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification. Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. EXPERIENCE : None. Experience working as a dental assistant is desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test.employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 pounds). The employee may risk exposure to radiation due to taking and developing x-ray films. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time. May work in the Detention Facility, which involves exposure to potentially dangerous persons and situations. May require traveling to satellite clinic locations such as Seeley Lake or Lowell School.
Mar 24, 2023
Part Time
Definition Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, a copy of your Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification and BLS certification, a copy of certificate showing completion of Dental Assistant program, and a valid MT Driver's License. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs dental assistant duties in a dental clinic for Partnership Health Center, satellite dental clinic locations, and the Missoula County Detention Facility. Representative Examples of Work Seats patient, reviews medical history, and prepares patient for dental work. Arranges appropriate dental instruments and materials for patient treatment. Assists the dentist and dental hygienist in performing needed patient services, including: placing or removing rubber dam, applying topical drugs to patient as prescribed by dentist, placing or removing celluloid, plastic or metallic strips between patients teeth, providing suction/evacuation function as needed. Assists in taking and developing x-ray films. Provides appropriate patient education regarding treatment rendered. Sterilizes, cleans and maintains dental instruments and equipment. Assists clerical support to schedule patient appointments. Assists with maintaining dental supply inventories. Assists with maintaining patient charts, progress notes and records. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Has numerous contacts with dental patients, health care providers and other county employees. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of dental office and chair-side dental assisting practices, procedures and techniques. Working knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Working knowledge of department's policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of dental tools and dental equipment, including x-ray equipment. ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, orally and in writing with patients and coworkers. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain a current BLS certification. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Ability to motivate patients to maintain proper dental care. Ability to prepare and maintain charts, record logs, and reports. Minimum Qualifications Without required Radiation and Safety (RHS) certification, Sterilization Technician at reduced rate of pay may be considered. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. EDUCATION : Requires high school graduation or GED. Completion of a Dental Assistant training program is desired. Requires current Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification. Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. EXPERIENCE : None. Experience working as a dental assistant is desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test.employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 pounds). The employee may risk exposure to radiation due to taking and developing x-ray films. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time. May work in the Detention Facility, which involves exposure to potentially dangerous persons and situations. May require traveling to satellite clinic locations such as Seeley Lake or Lowell School.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition Priority Application Date: April 2, 2023 by 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) Complete applications with required attachments received by the 'Priority Application Date' will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, copy of Dental Hygienist license, copy of valid Driver's License. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Provides Dental Hygienist services in the PHC Dental Clinic. Representative Examples of Work Provides direct patient care in accordance with state dental laws. Provides oral health education to patients. Maintains patient charts, clinic progress notes, and PHC clinic records. Works with PHC Dental Director and Coordinator to order supplies. Serves as dental assistant upon request, including chair-side assisting, sterilization of equipment and radiograph processing. Participates in PHC staff meetings. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of the PHC Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. May act as a preceptor for dental hygiene students. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Works with the public seeking dental care; works closely with PHC and community health care providers, dental volunteers, all PHC staff and other Health Dept. employees. Acts as an expert in a professional field to inform people of their oral health status and problems and to influence patients to comply with oral health care recommendations. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE : Thorough knowledge of dental office and dental hygiene practices, procedures and techniques. Thorough knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Some knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS : Skill in dental hygiene practices including dental cleanings and patient education. ABILITIES : Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to effectively community in English orally and in writing. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to be culturally sensitive to the needs of the medically indigent. Ability to respond to new client needs. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION: Requires graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene Program. Requires a current license to practice dental hygiene in the state of Montana. EXPERIENCE : Work-related experience is desirable, but not required. Experience working with a multi-disciplinary health care team desirable. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 lbs); requires exposure to x-ray equipment. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time.
Mar 24, 2023
Full Time
Definition Priority Application Date: April 2, 2023 by 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) Complete applications with required attachments received by the 'Priority Application Date' will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, copy of Dental Hygienist license, copy of valid Driver's License. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Provides Dental Hygienist services in the PHC Dental Clinic. Representative Examples of Work Provides direct patient care in accordance with state dental laws. Provides oral health education to patients. Maintains patient charts, clinic progress notes, and PHC clinic records. Works with PHC Dental Director and Coordinator to order supplies. Serves as dental assistant upon request, including chair-side assisting, sterilization of equipment and radiograph processing. Participates in PHC staff meetings. Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of the PHC Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. May act as a preceptor for dental hygiene students. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Works with the public seeking dental care; works closely with PHC and community health care providers, dental volunteers, all PHC staff and other Health Dept. employees. Acts as an expert in a professional field to inform people of their oral health status and problems and to influence patients to comply with oral health care recommendations. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE : Thorough knowledge of dental office and dental hygiene practices, procedures and techniques. Thorough knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Some knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS : Skill in dental hygiene practices including dental cleanings and patient education. ABILITIES : Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to effectively community in English orally and in writing. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to be culturally sensitive to the needs of the medically indigent. Ability to respond to new client needs. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION: Requires graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene Program. Requires a current license to practice dental hygiene in the state of Montana. EXPERIENCE : Work-related experience is desirable, but not required. Experience working with a multi-disciplinary health care team desirable. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 lbs); requires exposure to x-ray equipment. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition Missoula County is conducting a recruitment to hire POST Certified * Probationary Deputy Sheriff position(s). This recruitment is open to the public. Physical and written testing will occur in Missoula Montana. Applications will be reviewed every two weeks. Applicants eligible to proceed to testing will be contacted by the Sheriff's Office. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Copy of Valid Driver's License Proof of US Citizenship - Birth Certificate or an Unexpired Passport, other document listed on I-9 like Certificate of Naturalization. Documentation of graduation from an accredited high school, or GED certificate. College transcripts will also suffice for this documentation, unofficial accepted. Copy of POST Certification* have received a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate from a state recognized Law Enforcement Academy in any state. DD214 if claiming a Veteran's hiring preference. Incomplete applications will be disqualified and will have to reapply. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs basic law enforcement work. This is an entry level probationary position used for training and evaluation for the Missoula County Sheriff's Department. Representative Examples of Work Drives a vehicle to patrol assigned areas of the County to provide for the safety and well-being of life and property. Responds to calls for assistance and complaints of crimes and disturbances. Makes initial investigations at crime scenes, including interviews and preserving evidence. Serves legal and civil process orders of courts including arrest warrants, restraining orders and subpoenas. Appears in court to give testimony and present evidence. Prepares and submits reports as required. Arrests or assists in the arrest of suspects. Enforces traffic regulations. Minimum Qualifications Must meet minimum requirements as set forth by Montana State statutes: be a citizen of the United States; be at least 18 years of age; be a graduate of an accredited high school or the equivalent; never have been convicted of a felony; be fingerprinted and a search made of appropriate files to disclose any criminal record; not have been affiliated in any manner with a subversive organization within 5 years; within 30 days immediately preceding his/her date of employment have been examined by a physician licensed to practice in the State of Montana and have been pronounced in good physical condition (this examination is provided by the County); be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation; have successfully completed an oral interview in which the characteristics necessary to a peace officer are demonstrated; possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver's license. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must successfully complete the department Field Training Officer (FTO) program. Must attend and satisfactorily complete Basic School at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of employment. Requires passing a background investigation. Must pass departmental physical ability examination prior to employment and participate periodically thereafter. Requires valid Montana driver's license and safe driving record. Physical/Environmental Demands The employee is required to carry a weapon and is exposed to potentially dangerous situations. Requires adjusting to changing shifts; exposure to a stressful environment; exposure to human blood, urine and other contagious sources and working both indoors and outdoors in all temperatures. The work may require working longer than twelve hour shifts. Employee is subject to call-out at any time. The work requires frequent driving; occasional standing and walking on all types of surfaces and frequent reaching. Use of the hands is continuously required; applying pressure with the hands and forceful, repeated or sustained exertions are occasionally required. Running, jumping and climbing stairs, ladders and fences are activities required occasionally. Lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling of items weighing greater than 140 lbs are required occasionally. Requires hearing which falls within normal limits for both pure tone and speech, per audiogram. (An average will be taken of 500, 1000 and 2000 Hz. The applicant must have an average threshold of 25dBHL or less in each ear.) Requires vision acuity as follows: binocular vision of 20/80 uncorrected, which is corrected using glasses or contact lenses to binocular vision of 20/30; 140 degrees peripheral; normal color vision to sufficiently distinguish red, yellow and green; and normal depth perception.
Mar 22, 2023
Full Time
Definition Missoula County is conducting a recruitment to hire POST Certified * Probationary Deputy Sheriff position(s). This recruitment is open to the public. Physical and written testing will occur in Missoula Montana. Applications will be reviewed every two weeks. Applicants eligible to proceed to testing will be contacted by the Sheriff's Office. TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Copy of Valid Driver's License Proof of US Citizenship - Birth Certificate or an Unexpired Passport, other document listed on I-9 like Certificate of Naturalization. Documentation of graduation from an accredited high school, or GED certificate. College transcripts will also suffice for this documentation, unofficial accepted. Copy of POST Certification* have received a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate from a state recognized Law Enforcement Academy in any state. DD214 if claiming a Veteran's hiring preference. Incomplete applications will be disqualified and will have to reapply. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs basic law enforcement work. This is an entry level probationary position used for training and evaluation for the Missoula County Sheriff's Department. Representative Examples of Work Drives a vehicle to patrol assigned areas of the County to provide for the safety and well-being of life and property. Responds to calls for assistance and complaints of crimes and disturbances. Makes initial investigations at crime scenes, including interviews and preserving evidence. Serves legal and civil process orders of courts including arrest warrants, restraining orders and subpoenas. Appears in court to give testimony and present evidence. Prepares and submits reports as required. Arrests or assists in the arrest of suspects. Enforces traffic regulations. Minimum Qualifications Must meet minimum requirements as set forth by Montana State statutes: be a citizen of the United States; be at least 18 years of age; be a graduate of an accredited high school or the equivalent; never have been convicted of a felony; be fingerprinted and a search made of appropriate files to disclose any criminal record; not have been affiliated in any manner with a subversive organization within 5 years; within 30 days immediately preceding his/her date of employment have been examined by a physician licensed to practice in the State of Montana and have been pronounced in good physical condition (this examination is provided by the County); be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation; have successfully completed an oral interview in which the characteristics necessary to a peace officer are demonstrated; possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver's license. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must successfully complete the department Field Training Officer (FTO) program. Must attend and satisfactorily complete Basic School at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of employment. Requires passing a background investigation. Must pass departmental physical ability examination prior to employment and participate periodically thereafter. Requires valid Montana driver's license and safe driving record. Physical/Environmental Demands The employee is required to carry a weapon and is exposed to potentially dangerous situations. Requires adjusting to changing shifts; exposure to a stressful environment; exposure to human blood, urine and other contagious sources and working both indoors and outdoors in all temperatures. The work may require working longer than twelve hour shifts. Employee is subject to call-out at any time. The work requires frequent driving; occasional standing and walking on all types of surfaces and frequent reaching. Use of the hands is continuously required; applying pressure with the hands and forceful, repeated or sustained exertions are occasionally required. Running, jumping and climbing stairs, ladders and fences are activities required occasionally. Lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling of items weighing greater than 140 lbs are required occasionally. Requires hearing which falls within normal limits for both pure tone and speech, per audiogram. (An average will be taken of 500, 1000 and 2000 Hz. The applicant must have an average threshold of 25dBHL or less in each ear.) Requires vision acuity as follows: binocular vision of 20/80 uncorrected, which is corrected using glasses or contact lenses to binocular vision of 20/30; 140 degrees peripheral; normal color vision to sufficiently distinguish red, yellow and green; and normal depth perception.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: The results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs a variety of complex clerical duties for the Missoula County Justice Courts to provide legal and administrative support; and to process and maintain court records. Representative Examples of Work Prepares and maintains physical and electronic court records and documents for processing including: criminal and civil complaints, traffic citations, over-due notices, warrants, disposition records, driver's license suspensions, marriage licenses, orders of protection, writs and documents for service. Schedules court activities such as: civil and criminal cases, bench or jury trials, court appearances and hearings, mediations, and weddings. Monitors the progress of court proceedings and status of individual cases. Assists the Justice of the Peace when court is in session, including data entry in the courtroom. May summon prospective jurors for duty; may excuse individuals from duty as instructed by the Judges. Maintains records to ensure proper payment to jurors. Establishes payment schedules for defendants in accordance with established guidelines. Performs a variety of tasks related to monitoring and processing overdue and non-compliant cases. Makes referrals to collection agencies. Follows up with defendants and outside agencies to ensure compliance and completion of sentencing requirements including; participation in alcohol treatment, domestic violence treatment, community service and jail work release programs. Utilizes Full Court case and jury management computer software to update and maintain information and files for the various types of cases processed in Justice Court. Updates and maintains a conventional paper filing system. Reviews files to provide information to members of the public and other government agencies. Processes payment transactions involving cash, credit cards, checks and money orders. Issues receipts; counts back change, updates payment records in files and exonerates/converts bond payments. Responsible for daily balancing of money/receipts. Responds to inquires from the public, attorneys and other agencies in person, in writing or by telephone. Refers inquiries to appropriate agencies. Assists in maintaining order and security for Justice Court by observing established security practices and ensuring prohibited items are not taken into the court rooms. When assigned to the front desk, makes visual contact and identification of visitors entering Justice Court. Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or GED. Requires two years of clerical or retail work experience that included face to face public contact and data entry experience. Experience working in a criminal justice or legal environment desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing a background investigation. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is performed in a professional office setting and requires little physical activity. May involve lifting boxes of records (20-40 lbs.) and long periods sitting at a computer work station performing data entry. Requires hearing (with or without aids) within normal limits to understand verbal communication within the courtroom to record information and respond appropriately. Requires the ability to assist with court security, to visually identify visitors entering Justice Courts and to manually push a panic button to summon help. May occasionally require travel locally or out of town for the purpose of training.
Mar 16, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: The results of a Montana Job Service E-Skills typing test. Please call Julissa Hensel at 406-218-7480, or Laurie Dunagan at 406-728-7060 and they will e-mail you the link to the test. Please attach a printed version of your test results that show your wpm (words per minute) score. Typing tests from other agencies/companies will not be accepted. Links to typing test results will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs a variety of complex clerical duties for the Missoula County Justice Courts to provide legal and administrative support; and to process and maintain court records. Representative Examples of Work Prepares and maintains physical and electronic court records and documents for processing including: criminal and civil complaints, traffic citations, over-due notices, warrants, disposition records, driver's license suspensions, marriage licenses, orders of protection, writs and documents for service. Schedules court activities such as: civil and criminal cases, bench or jury trials, court appearances and hearings, mediations, and weddings. Monitors the progress of court proceedings and status of individual cases. Assists the Justice of the Peace when court is in session, including data entry in the courtroom. May summon prospective jurors for duty; may excuse individuals from duty as instructed by the Judges. Maintains records to ensure proper payment to jurors. Establishes payment schedules for defendants in accordance with established guidelines. Performs a variety of tasks related to monitoring and processing overdue and non-compliant cases. Makes referrals to collection agencies. Follows up with defendants and outside agencies to ensure compliance and completion of sentencing requirements including; participation in alcohol treatment, domestic violence treatment, community service and jail work release programs. Utilizes Full Court case and jury management computer software to update and maintain information and files for the various types of cases processed in Justice Court. Updates and maintains a conventional paper filing system. Reviews files to provide information to members of the public and other government agencies. Processes payment transactions involving cash, credit cards, checks and money orders. Issues receipts; counts back change, updates payment records in files and exonerates/converts bond payments. Responsible for daily balancing of money/receipts. Responds to inquires from the public, attorneys and other agencies in person, in writing or by telephone. Refers inquiries to appropriate agencies. Assists in maintaining order and security for Justice Court by observing established security practices and ensuring prohibited items are not taken into the court rooms. When assigned to the front desk, makes visual contact and identification of visitors entering Justice Court. Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or GED. Requires two years of clerical or retail work experience that included face to face public contact and data entry experience. Experience working in a criminal justice or legal environment desired. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing a background investigation. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is performed in a professional office setting and requires little physical activity. May involve lifting boxes of records (20-40 lbs.) and long periods sitting at a computer work station performing data entry. Requires hearing (with or without aids) within normal limits to understand verbal communication within the courtroom to record information and respond appropriately. Requires the ability to assist with court security, to visually identify visitors entering Justice Courts and to manually push a panic button to summon help. May occasionally require travel locally or out of town for the purpose of training.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs preventive maintenance work on complex HVAC equipment to ensure peak efficiency and air quality standards set forth by code. Representative Examples of Work Develops and maintains familiarity with County facilities; reports any maintenance issues or unsafe conditions to the supervisor; and notifies supervisor when supplies are needed. Performs preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems and on generators at mountain transmitter sites. Performs preventive maintenance on low pressure boilers and adds chemical treatment as needed. Performs work to assist in the repair of building systems including: fire and security systems; tube system; inmate phone system; and video arraignment system. Makes plumbing repairs as assigned. Assists in changes of office layout in accordance with facility plans. Moves office furniture, files and equipment as needed. Assists in fire extinguishers maintenance. Performs grounds maintenance including snow removal, de-icing; lawn maintenance and work on lawn sprinkler systems. May assist community service or inmate workers to perform assigned tasks. Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or GED. Requires one year of work experience performing physical, manual labor. Preventive maintenance experience in a multi-building facility or other large operation preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must possess a valid Montana Driver's License and pass an extensive background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires considerable physical activity, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Requires work in detention cells and exposure to inmates. Requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, climbing of stairs and ladders and lifting of moderate to very heavy objects (50 to 100 plus pounds) with the use of mechanical or people assists. The work requires the physical ability to operate a snowmobile, drive a four wheel drive motor vehicle, and operate a forklift. Requires work outside of the normal workday; requires carrying a cell phone. Work may cause exposure to health threats such as sewage and blood-borne pathogens.
Feb 25, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Performs preventive maintenance work on complex HVAC equipment to ensure peak efficiency and air quality standards set forth by code. Representative Examples of Work Develops and maintains familiarity with County facilities; reports any maintenance issues or unsafe conditions to the supervisor; and notifies supervisor when supplies are needed. Performs preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems and on generators at mountain transmitter sites. Performs preventive maintenance on low pressure boilers and adds chemical treatment as needed. Performs work to assist in the repair of building systems including: fire and security systems; tube system; inmate phone system; and video arraignment system. Makes plumbing repairs as assigned. Assists in changes of office layout in accordance with facility plans. Moves office furniture, files and equipment as needed. Assists in fire extinguishers maintenance. Performs grounds maintenance including snow removal, de-icing; lawn maintenance and work on lawn sprinkler systems. May assist community service or inmate workers to perform assigned tasks. Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or GED. Requires one year of work experience performing physical, manual labor. Preventive maintenance experience in a multi-building facility or other large operation preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must possess a valid Montana Driver's License and pass an extensive background check. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires considerable physical activity, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Requires work in detention cells and exposure to inmates. Requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, climbing of stairs and ladders and lifting of moderate to very heavy objects (50 to 100 plus pounds) with the use of mechanical or people assists. The work requires the physical ability to operate a snowmobile, drive a four wheel drive motor vehicle, and operate a forklift. Requires work outside of the normal workday; requires carrying a cell phone. Work may cause exposure to health threats such as sewage and blood-borne pathogens.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted or requested. Please attach to your completed application: College Transcripts (unofficial accepted), a letter of interest. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Position can be hybrid after proficiency in position. Performs professional level accounting work for the Financial Services Department with primary responsibility for the general ledger, grants fiscal reporting, cash management, tax administration and financial reporting for the County of Missoula, school districts and other local agencies within Missoula County. Employees within this job class may have assigned areas of responsibility and provide back up and support for all duties. Representative Examples of Work Performs general accounting duties including monthly reconciliation of cash receipts and disbursements; developing monthly correcting and adjusting entries; coordinating and performing month-end closing process; and coordinating year-end closing. Performs miscellaneous reconciliations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, warrants payable, and miscellaneous clearing funds. Assists with the preparation of detailed, complex financial accounting reports and statements for both month end and year end. Performs general ledger duties including balances payroll distribution; monitors outstanding warrants for claims and payroll; coordinates check write-offs; maintains the County chart of accounts; creates budget coding and project accounts; develops and enters budget amendments, transfers and corrections. Works closely with departments to determine Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting System (BARS ) appropriate accounting needs related to Projects and Grants. Calculates and distributes countywide revenue and expenses including personal property tax reimbursements; entitlement share; credit card fees; investment revenue and expenses; forest reserve receipts; and permissive medical levy. Generates and distributes monthly accounting reports to county management and outside agencies. Assists other departments, agencies, and the general public to interpret accounting reports and information, and to identify and correct errors. Performs tax administration duties including calculating and entering mill levy values; generating, reconciling and archiving tax bills, and bills for rural special improvement districts; processing tax abatements and payments made under protest; allocating and distributing tax monies to appropriate funds or jurisdictions. Updates tax program coding information. Receipts and distributes deposits to appropriate funds; determines daily working capital needs; prepares and posts transfers between cash and investment accounts. Responsible for daily and monthly reconciliations of cash and investments, outstanding warrants, revenues, expenditures, payroll liabilities and other areas. Sets up and maintains all warrant users and authorized signers on all accounts. Coordinates and performs electronic transactions including debt service, payroll, and other wire transfers in and out. Responsible for disbursements through checks and wire transfers for warrant clearing and bond payments. Researches and identifies procedural changes related to assigned duties, with a focus on enhancing efficiency, transparency of operations, and effectively communicating financial reports with elected officials, department heads, countywide agencies, and the public. Serves as a lead worker in the Financial Services Department. Provides work direction; ensures work is completed in a timely manner; provides training; may participate in hiring and scheduling; and may participate in employee development or corrective action with the Deputy Financial Services Director and Chief Financial Officer. Collects, prepares and develops information and work papers for outside auditors. Works on year end financial schedules to be used for Annual County Financial Report and State reports such as Annual Financial Report. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. Degrees best suited to this position are accounting, finance, math, statistics and information technology. CPA or CGFM desired. Requires three years of experience in the accounting field. Requires strong financial analysis skills. Work experience with an emphasis on adjusting and correcting entries, reconciliation and financial statement preparation is desired. Experience dealing with real and personal property taxes is desirable. Experience in governmental accounting desired. With no degree, four additional years of experience in accounting and or cash management may be considered. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires little physical activity and the employee commonly remains in an office setting. May require occasional travel, locally and out of town to meetings and training. Requires a significant amount of time performing work at a computer workstation. Requires occasional medium lifting, (boxes, 25-35 pounds).
Feb 03, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted or requested. Please attach to your completed application: College Transcripts (unofficial accepted), a letter of interest. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Position can be hybrid after proficiency in position. Performs professional level accounting work for the Financial Services Department with primary responsibility for the general ledger, grants fiscal reporting, cash management, tax administration and financial reporting for the County of Missoula, school districts and other local agencies within Missoula County. Employees within this job class may have assigned areas of responsibility and provide back up and support for all duties. Representative Examples of Work Performs general accounting duties including monthly reconciliation of cash receipts and disbursements; developing monthly correcting and adjusting entries; coordinating and performing month-end closing process; and coordinating year-end closing. Performs miscellaneous reconciliations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, warrants payable, and miscellaneous clearing funds. Assists with the preparation of detailed, complex financial accounting reports and statements for both month end and year end. Performs general ledger duties including balances payroll distribution; monitors outstanding warrants for claims and payroll; coordinates check write-offs; maintains the County chart of accounts; creates budget coding and project accounts; develops and enters budget amendments, transfers and corrections. Works closely with departments to determine Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting System (BARS ) appropriate accounting needs related to Projects and Grants. Calculates and distributes countywide revenue and expenses including personal property tax reimbursements; entitlement share; credit card fees; investment revenue and expenses; forest reserve receipts; and permissive medical levy. Generates and distributes monthly accounting reports to county management and outside agencies. Assists other departments, agencies, and the general public to interpret accounting reports and information, and to identify and correct errors. Performs tax administration duties including calculating and entering mill levy values; generating, reconciling and archiving tax bills, and bills for rural special improvement districts; processing tax abatements and payments made under protest; allocating and distributing tax monies to appropriate funds or jurisdictions. Updates tax program coding information. Receipts and distributes deposits to appropriate funds; determines daily working capital needs; prepares and posts transfers between cash and investment accounts. Responsible for daily and monthly reconciliations of cash and investments, outstanding warrants, revenues, expenditures, payroll liabilities and other areas. Sets up and maintains all warrant users and authorized signers on all accounts. Coordinates and performs electronic transactions including debt service, payroll, and other wire transfers in and out. Responsible for disbursements through checks and wire transfers for warrant clearing and bond payments. Researches and identifies procedural changes related to assigned duties, with a focus on enhancing efficiency, transparency of operations, and effectively communicating financial reports with elected officials, department heads, countywide agencies, and the public. Serves as a lead worker in the Financial Services Department. Provides work direction; ensures work is completed in a timely manner; provides training; may participate in hiring and scheduling; and may participate in employee development or corrective action with the Deputy Financial Services Director and Chief Financial Officer. Collects, prepares and develops information and work papers for outside auditors. Works on year end financial schedules to be used for Annual County Financial Report and State reports such as Annual Financial Report. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. Degrees best suited to this position are accounting, finance, math, statistics and information technology. CPA or CGFM desired. Requires three years of experience in the accounting field. Requires strong financial analysis skills. Work experience with an emphasis on adjusting and correcting entries, reconciliation and financial statement preparation is desired. Experience dealing with real and personal property taxes is desirable. Experience in governmental accounting desired. With no degree, four additional years of experience in accounting and or cash management may be considered. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires little physical activity and the employee commonly remains in an office setting. May require occasional travel, locally and out of town to meetings and training. Requires a significant amount of time performing work at a computer workstation. Requires occasional medium lifting, (boxes, 25-35 pounds).
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, Copy of BLS Certification, and copy of valid MT Driver's License. Please also attach a copy of Medical Assistant certification. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. **We are currently not hiring for an MA I from this recruitment.** Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Provides clinical patient care as a member of a patient centered care team in all aspects of serving the patients of Partnership Health Center (PHC). This position is used to train new Medical Assistants to perform the full component of duties required of that position and prepare employees to advance within the ladder. Employees may be eligible for advancement to the next level based on demonstrated competencies. Representative Examples of Work ESSENTIAL DUTIES : Prioritizes patient needs in person and on the telephone. Manages patient flow and ensures that clinic appointments are conducted on schedule, with the primary role of continuity and efficiency by collaborating with patient service representatives, nursing, and provider staff. Conducts and records initial health interview including health histories, medication reconciliation, and prepares patient for examination. Gathers and records vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, height and weight. Documents interactions with patients in accordance with clinic policies and procedures Assists provider in minor procedures, including dressing changes, wound care and first aid. Collects specimens, draws blood and performs the tests allowed as a CLIA-certified laboratory for waived tests based on evidence based research. Maintains control logs for patient testing. Prepares and administers prescription medications to patients including immunizations to adults and children age 12 years and up, in accordance with CDC regulations and guidance, and under the direction of a licensed health care provider, and in accordance with training level and approved competency. Documents medications and immunizations in accordance with PHC policies. Communicates with other health care providers, including other medical offices, hospitals and nursing home, as directed by providers. Coordinates referrals to specialists and outside lab testing facilities as directed by providers. Refills prescriptions per Provider directive and in accordance with PHC Policy and Procedures, and in accordance with training level and approved competency. Accurately records refill in electronic medical record. Maintains clinic work area and equipment, including cleaning and sterilization. Completes other supportive duties directed by care team, including but not limited to paperwork, cleaning of patient rooms, sterilization of equipment and supplies, and organization of supplies. Assists with material management, and stocking of area, inventory and ordering. **We are currently not hiring for an MA I from this recruitment.** ESSENTIAL DUTIES - MEDICAL ASSISTANT II : Advancement to MA II requires successful completion of PHC Core Competencies for MA I position. Performs all the duties of a Medical Assistant I. Phones in prescriptions to pharmacies as directed by the medical provider. Participates in task force or other clinical committee to strategize and implement workflows and procedures that enhance PHC Clinical Quality measures, while increasing patient safety and care, using Lean principles and further utilization of Patient Centered Medical Home programs. Provides training of new on-boarding team members as assigned by Nursing Director or Charge Nurses in addition to working with MA and Nursing Students during externship. ESSENTIAL DUTIES - MEDICAL ASSISTANT III : Advancement to MA III requires successful completion of PHC Core Competencies for MA II position. Performs all the duties of a Medical Assistant I and II. Requires successful completion of a Quality Improvement Project approved by the Director of Nursing to advance to level IV. ESSENTIAL DUTIES - MEDICAL ASSISTANT IV : Advancement to MA IV requires successful completion of PHC Core Competencies for MA III position. Performs all the duties of a Medical Assistant I, II and III. Assists with the pulling and tracking of vaccines particularly related to the Vaccine for Children Program (VFC). Completes ImMTrax training. Maintains ImMTrax vaccine access logs. Responsible for organizing and participating in twice-daily Team Huddles per Patient Centered Medical Home Policy as directed. Successfully completes training and performs work as an Electronic Medical Record (EHR) Super User. Serves as a lead worker to support staff and MA staff in PHC clinic. OTHER DUTIES : Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : None. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS : Works extensively with the public seeking medical care. Works closely with both volunteer and regular staff including Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses and LPNs. Work is providing patient services in a patient centered environment, to assist the medical providers and to collect or provide information. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : KNOWLEDGE : Considerable knowledge of medical assisting procedures in accordance with the Medical Assistant scope of practice. Considerable knowledge of medical terminology and interviewing methods. Working knowledge of medical office practices, procedures and techniques. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS : Skill in collecting blood and urine for laboratory specimens. Skill in the use of patient assessment equipment (thermometer, blood pressure cuff). Skill in using an electronic medical record and in the use of personal computer (word processing). Skill in administering immunizations. ABILITIES : Ability to work effectively as part of a care delivery team. Ability to remain calm and tactful in stressful situations. Ability to gather information through interview. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively and to follow instructions in the English language, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups and to be sensitive to the needs of patients. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS-MEDICAL ASSISTANT II : EDUCATION : High school graduation or GED. EXPERIENCE : One year of experience working as a medical assistant or in a healthcare setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is performed while walking or standing most of the time. The work requires medium range lifting, including supply boxes (20-30 lbs.); assisting patients on and off the examination tables; carrying, lifting and restraining children. Requires the manual dexterity to perform skills such as drawing blood. The employee may risk exposure to bio-hazardous waste (blood, urine body fluids), disinfectant chemicals and communicable diseases. Work schedules rotate and may include evening and weekend hours.
Jan 24, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, Copy of BLS Certification, and copy of valid MT Driver's License. Please also attach a copy of Medical Assistant certification. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. **We are currently not hiring for an MA I from this recruitment.** Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Provides clinical patient care as a member of a patient centered care team in all aspects of serving the patients of Partnership Health Center (PHC). This position is used to train new Medical Assistants to perform the full component of duties required of that position and prepare employees to advance within the ladder. Employees may be eligible for advancement to the next level based on demonstrated competencies. Representative Examples of Work ESSENTIAL DUTIES : Prioritizes patient needs in person and on the telephone. Manages patient flow and ensures that clinic appointments are conducted on schedule, with the primary role of continuity and efficiency by collaborating with patient service representatives, nursing, and provider staff. Conducts and records initial health interview including health histories, medication reconciliation, and prepares patient for examination. Gathers and records vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, height and weight. Documents interactions with patients in accordance with clinic policies and procedures Assists provider in minor procedures, including dressing changes, wound care and first aid. Collects specimens, draws blood and performs the tests allowed as a CLIA-certified laboratory for waived tests based on evidence based research. Maintains control logs for patient testing. Prepares and administers prescription medications to patients including immunizations to adults and children age 12 years and up, in accordance with CDC regulations and guidance, and under the direction of a licensed health care provider, and in accordance with training level and approved competency. Documents medications and immunizations in accordance with PHC policies. Communicates with other health care providers, including other medical offices, hospitals and nursing home, as directed by providers. Coordinates referrals to specialists and outside lab testing facilities as directed by providers. Refills prescriptions per Provider directive and in accordance with PHC Policy and Procedures, and in accordance with training level and approved competency. Accurately records refill in electronic medical record. Maintains clinic work area and equipment, including cleaning and sterilization. Completes other supportive duties directed by care team, including but not limited to paperwork, cleaning of patient rooms, sterilization of equipment and supplies, and organization of supplies. Assists with material management, and stocking of area, inventory and ordering. **We are currently not hiring for an MA I from this recruitment.** ESSENTIAL DUTIES - MEDICAL ASSISTANT II : Advancement to MA II requires successful completion of PHC Core Competencies for MA I position. Performs all the duties of a Medical Assistant I. Phones in prescriptions to pharmacies as directed by the medical provider. Participates in task force or other clinical committee to strategize and implement workflows and procedures that enhance PHC Clinical Quality measures, while increasing patient safety and care, using Lean principles and further utilization of Patient Centered Medical Home programs. Provides training of new on-boarding team members as assigned by Nursing Director or Charge Nurses in addition to working with MA and Nursing Students during externship. ESSENTIAL DUTIES - MEDICAL ASSISTANT III : Advancement to MA III requires successful completion of PHC Core Competencies for MA II position. Performs all the duties of a Medical Assistant I and II. Requires successful completion of a Quality Improvement Project approved by the Director of Nursing to advance to level IV. ESSENTIAL DUTIES - MEDICAL ASSISTANT IV : Advancement to MA IV requires successful completion of PHC Core Competencies for MA III position. Performs all the duties of a Medical Assistant I, II and III. Assists with the pulling and tracking of vaccines particularly related to the Vaccine for Children Program (VFC). Completes ImMTrax training. Maintains ImMTrax vaccine access logs. Responsible for organizing and participating in twice-daily Team Huddles per Patient Centered Medical Home Policy as directed. Successfully completes training and performs work as an Electronic Medical Record (EHR) Super User. Serves as a lead worker to support staff and MA staff in PHC clinic. OTHER DUTIES : Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : None. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS : Works extensively with the public seeking medical care. Works closely with both volunteer and regular staff including Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses and LPNs. Work is providing patient services in a patient centered environment, to assist the medical providers and to collect or provide information. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : KNOWLEDGE : Considerable knowledge of medical assisting procedures in accordance with the Medical Assistant scope of practice. Considerable knowledge of medical terminology and interviewing methods. Working knowledge of medical office practices, procedures and techniques. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS : Skill in collecting blood and urine for laboratory specimens. Skill in the use of patient assessment equipment (thermometer, blood pressure cuff). Skill in using an electronic medical record and in the use of personal computer (word processing). Skill in administering immunizations. ABILITIES : Ability to work effectively as part of a care delivery team. Ability to remain calm and tactful in stressful situations. Ability to gather information through interview. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively and to follow instructions in the English language, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups and to be sensitive to the needs of patients. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS-MEDICAL ASSISTANT II : EDUCATION : High school graduation or GED. EXPERIENCE : One year of experience working as a medical assistant or in a healthcare setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work is performed while walking or standing most of the time. The work requires medium range lifting, including supply boxes (20-30 lbs.); assisting patients on and off the examination tables; carrying, lifting and restraining children. Requires the manual dexterity to perform skills such as drawing blood. The employee may risk exposure to bio-hazardous waste (blood, urine body fluids), disinfectant chemicals and communicable diseases. Work schedules rotate and may include evening and weekend hours.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter addressing your leadership skills and experience, Resume, a copy of your Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification and BLS certification, a copy of certificate showing completion of Dental Assistant program, and a valid MT Driver's License. Incomplete applications and applications without the required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs dental assistant duties in a dental clinic for either Partnership Health Center or the Missoula County Detention Facility; and performs duties as a lead worker for Partnership Health Center Dental Clinic. Representative Examples of Work Serves as a lead worker for the dental assistants to coordinate daily duties and schedules, including setting lunch and break schedules. Provides lead direction to employees in the dental clinic; trains dental assistants and aids in assessing competency of essential duties. Ensures proper infection control and OSHA compliance practices (including SDS sheets) are maintained. Seats patient, reviews medical history, and prepares patient for dental work. Arranges appropriate dental instruments and materials for patient treatment. Assists in taking x-ray films Assists the dentist and dental hygienist in performing patient services including: placing or removing rubber dam, applying topical drugs to patient as prescribed by dentist, placing or removing celluloid, plastic or metallic strips between patients' teeth, providing suction/evacuation function as needed. Sterilizes, cleans and maintains dental instruments and equipment. Assists with maintaining patient charts, progress notes and records. Assists clerical support to schedule patient appointments. Assists with maintaining dental supply inventories. Assigns and oversees additional assistant duties including testing and maintaining autoclaves, maintaining eyewash station and other clinic equipment, and properly disposing of biohazard materials. OTHER DUTIES: Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of the PHC Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Serves as a lead worker to coordinate scheduling, delegate tasks, and to train dental assistants. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Has numerous contacts with employees throughout Partnership Health Center, the Health Department, other county employees, medical bill payers, the general public and patients on routine and specialized matters for the purpose of giving or obtaining information and coordinating work efforts. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Considerable knowledge of dental office and chair-side dental assisting practices, procedures and techniques. Considerable knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Working knowledge of department's policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of staff supervision. Basic knowledge of County policies, PHC policies, and the provisions of relevant collective bargaining agreements. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of dental tools and dental equipment, including x-ray equipment. Skill in the use of office computer technologies and software. ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to facilitate a cooperative and productive team work environment. Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, orally and in writing with patients and coworkers. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain a current CPR certification. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Ability to motivate patients to maintain proper dental care. Ability to prepare and maintain charts, record logs, and reports. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION : Requires completion of a training program as a Dental Assistant (DANB certification). Requires current Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification. EXPERIENCE : Requires a minimum of two years of experience working as a dental assistant. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 pounds). The employee may risk exposure to radiation due to taking and developing x-ray films. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time. May work in the Detention Facility, which involves exposure to potentially dangerous persons and situations.
Jan 10, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Cover Letter addressing your leadership skills and experience, Resume, a copy of your Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification and BLS certification, a copy of certificate showing completion of Dental Assistant program, and a valid MT Driver's License. Incomplete applications and applications without the required attachments will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 16,000 individuals and families. A 7-site, co-applicant Federally Qualified Health Center with Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time. Performs dental assistant duties in a dental clinic for either Partnership Health Center or the Missoula County Detention Facility; and performs duties as a lead worker for Partnership Health Center Dental Clinic. Representative Examples of Work Serves as a lead worker for the dental assistants to coordinate daily duties and schedules, including setting lunch and break schedules. Provides lead direction to employees in the dental clinic; trains dental assistants and aids in assessing competency of essential duties. Ensures proper infection control and OSHA compliance practices (including SDS sheets) are maintained. Seats patient, reviews medical history, and prepares patient for dental work. Arranges appropriate dental instruments and materials for patient treatment. Assists in taking x-ray films Assists the dentist and dental hygienist in performing patient services including: placing or removing rubber dam, applying topical drugs to patient as prescribed by dentist, placing or removing celluloid, plastic or metallic strips between patients' teeth, providing suction/evacuation function as needed. Sterilizes, cleans and maintains dental instruments and equipment. Assists with maintaining patient charts, progress notes and records. Assists clerical support to schedule patient appointments. Assists with maintaining dental supply inventories. Assigns and oversees additional assistant duties including testing and maintaining autoclaves, maintaining eyewash station and other clinic equipment, and properly disposing of biohazard materials. OTHER DUTIES: Performs related work as required or directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of the PHC Dental Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Serves as a lead worker to coordinate scheduling, delegate tasks, and to train dental assistants. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Has numerous contacts with employees throughout Partnership Health Center, the Health Department, other county employees, medical bill payers, the general public and patients on routine and specialized matters for the purpose of giving or obtaining information and coordinating work efforts. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Considerable knowledge of dental office and chair-side dental assisting practices, procedures and techniques. Considerable knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of dental health promotion and prevention. Working knowledge of department's policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics. Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of staff supervision. Basic knowledge of County policies, PHC policies, and the provisions of relevant collective bargaining agreements. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines. SKILLS: Skill in the use of dental tools and dental equipment, including x-ray equipment. Skill in the use of office computer technologies and software. ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Ability to facilitate a cooperative and productive team work environment. Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, orally and in writing with patients and coworkers. Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain a current CPR certification. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities. Ability to motivate patients to maintain proper dental care. Ability to prepare and maintain charts, record logs, and reports. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION : Requires completion of a training program as a Dental Assistant (DANB certification). Requires current Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification. EXPERIENCE : Requires a minimum of two years of experience working as a dental assistant. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a current Healthcare Professional BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands The work requires lifting of supply boxes in the medium range (up to 30 pounds). The employee may risk exposure to radiation due to taking and developing x-ray films. The employee may risk exposure to biohazards (ex. blood and disinfectant chemicals), and communicable diseases. Work is performed walking or standing much of the time. May work in the Detention Facility, which involves exposure to potentially dangerous persons and situations.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Complete job descriptions available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Performs work involved with the supervision, care and transport of Detention Center inmates and related activities as assigned. This is an entry level probationary position used for training and evaluation of a probationary officer at the Missoula County Detention Facility and at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy.. Representative Examples of Work Participates in a prescribed detention officer training program to learn required, policies, procedures and practices for dealing with the needs, demands and requirements of incarcerated adults. Oversees inmates and provides for their needs and requirements in accordance with established policies and procedures. Provides or obtains emergency medical aid to inmates. Searches inmates and inspects cells to control contraband and verify cleanliness and sanitation according to policies and procedures. Observes conduct of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes. Directs activities from a control room, including opening and closing doors, logging inmate locations, preparing count sheets and ensuring that daily schedules of inmate activities are completed. Patrols the detention center for evidence of forbidden activities as outlined in the inmate rule manual and policy manual. May supervise inmate workers in the detention center on cleaning and other assignments. Records booking information including booking questions and medical and mental health questionnaires. Escorts inmates to and from court and medical appointments. Enters and retrieves information from the Criminal Justice teletype system. Tabulates miscellaneous data in report form. Writes incident reports on inmate activity, violations of facility rules and criminal activity in the detention center. Minimum Qualifications Must meet minimum requirements as set forth by Montana POST Council: must be a citizen of the United States must be at least 18 years of age must be fingerprinted and subject to a background check to disclose any criminal records may not have been convicted of a crime for which he or she could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary must be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation must be a high school graduate or have passed the general education development test and have been issued an equivalency certificate by the superintendent of public instruction, an appropriate issuing agency, another state or the federal government must meet any additional qualifications established by the POST Council SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a valid Montana Driver's License. Due to occupational requirements, applicants must successfully pass a review of their driving record and a criminal history check to qualify for consideration for this position. Upon offer of employment, applicants must pass a background investigation and physical examination. Successfully pass and maintain departmental standards for firearms qualification - transport and court support staff only . Physical/Environmental Demands The employee may be exposed to potentially dangerous situations. Requires adjusting to changing shifts and exposure to a stressful environment. Must be able to physically respond in the event of an emergency to provide for the safety and welfare of co-workers and the inmate population. Requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing and frequent walking on concrete surfaces and occasional pulling or dragging of weight of up to 150 pounds. May be required to drive a passenger van to transport inmates.
Jan 02, 2023
Full Time
Definition INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Complete job descriptions available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Performs work involved with the supervision, care and transport of Detention Center inmates and related activities as assigned. This is an entry level probationary position used for training and evaluation of a probationary officer at the Missoula County Detention Facility and at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy.. Representative Examples of Work Participates in a prescribed detention officer training program to learn required, policies, procedures and practices for dealing with the needs, demands and requirements of incarcerated adults. Oversees inmates and provides for their needs and requirements in accordance with established policies and procedures. Provides or obtains emergency medical aid to inmates. Searches inmates and inspects cells to control contraband and verify cleanliness and sanitation according to policies and procedures. Observes conduct of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes. Directs activities from a control room, including opening and closing doors, logging inmate locations, preparing count sheets and ensuring that daily schedules of inmate activities are completed. Patrols the detention center for evidence of forbidden activities as outlined in the inmate rule manual and policy manual. May supervise inmate workers in the detention center on cleaning and other assignments. Records booking information including booking questions and medical and mental health questionnaires. Escorts inmates to and from court and medical appointments. Enters and retrieves information from the Criminal Justice teletype system. Tabulates miscellaneous data in report form. Writes incident reports on inmate activity, violations of facility rules and criminal activity in the detention center. Minimum Qualifications Must meet minimum requirements as set forth by Montana POST Council: must be a citizen of the United States must be at least 18 years of age must be fingerprinted and subject to a background check to disclose any criminal records may not have been convicted of a crime for which he or she could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary must be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation must be a high school graduate or have passed the general education development test and have been issued an equivalency certificate by the superintendent of public instruction, an appropriate issuing agency, another state or the federal government must meet any additional qualifications established by the POST Council SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a valid Montana Driver's License. Due to occupational requirements, applicants must successfully pass a review of their driving record and a criminal history check to qualify for consideration for this position. Upon offer of employment, applicants must pass a background investigation and physical examination. Successfully pass and maintain departmental standards for firearms qualification - transport and court support staff only . Physical/Environmental Demands The employee may be exposed to potentially dangerous situations. Requires adjusting to changing shifts and exposure to a stressful environment. Must be able to physically respond in the event of an emergency to provide for the safety and welfare of co-workers and the inmate population. Requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing and frequent walking on concrete surfaces and occasional pulling or dragging of weight of up to 150 pounds. May be required to drive a passenger van to transport inmates.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Documentation of High School Graduation or a GED certificate, unofficial college transcripts will also be accepted, and a copy of a valid Driver's License, or state issued Identification card. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AND APPLICANT TESTING/INTERVIEWING WILL OCCUR APPROXIMATLEY EVERY FOUR WEEKS. Performs work involved with 9-1-1 call taking and emergency service dispatching from a communications center. This is an entry level training position for the 9-1-1 Center and is used to train employees to take emergency and non-emergency phone calls, and to dispatch emergency medical and fire services. Representative Examples of Work Works as part of an effective team to provide public safety emergency communications. Receives telephone calls to 9-1-1 from citizens seeking assistance. Gathers information from callers and initiates the appropriate response to information received. Prioritizes telephone calls, and radio communications from the public and emergency service agencies concerning emergency and non-emergency situations. Records and updates pertinent information in the CAD (computer aided dispatch) system and relays information to appropriate agencies and individuals. Makes referrals to other community resources. Monitors and communicates using radio frequencies, to dispatch and coordinate activities of emergency service fire and medical agencies. Receives training and certification in CPR and EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch), and provides instruction in first aid prior to arrival of first responders. Assists in training new employees as assigned by the Training Coordinator and provides documentation of trainees' progress for use in their evaluations. Performs routine equipment checks to insure proper function, and reports any failure or malfunction to the technical support staff. Maintains and updates records and resources, both hard copy and computerized. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires one (1) year experience working in an environment that involved public contact. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employment is subject to a background investigation which is conducted by the Sheriff's Department. Successful candidates must pass hearing and drug screening provided by the County. Employees must attain and maintain CPR & EMD certification; and CJIN, NCIC and POST certifications as a condition of employment. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires working rotating shifts ranging from 8 to 12 hours, but not to exceed 14 hours in length; working nights and weekends; and working overtime shifts as needed to provide coverage for a 24/7/365 emergency communications center. Requires providing contact information to include primary and alternate contact information for emergency scheduling. May require carrying a pager as assigned and serving in an "on call" capacity as assigned. Requires exposure to a stressful environment. Work is primarily performed in a communications center and requires long periods of sitting at a computer terminal and performing data entry while wearing a headset. Some bending, reaching and lifting in the light ranges is involved. Requires hearing which falls within normal limits for both pure tones and speech, per audiogram. (An average will be taken of 500, 1000, 2000, 3000HZ. The applicant must have an average threshold of 20dBHL in each ear.) May require some travel for training or meetings.
Jan 02, 2023
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: Documentation of High School Graduation or a GED certificate, unofficial college transcripts will also be accepted, and a copy of a valid Driver's License, or state issued Identification card. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AND APPLICANT TESTING/INTERVIEWING WILL OCCUR APPROXIMATLEY EVERY FOUR WEEKS. Performs work involved with 9-1-1 call taking and emergency service dispatching from a communications center. This is an entry level training position for the 9-1-1 Center and is used to train employees to take emergency and non-emergency phone calls, and to dispatch emergency medical and fire services. Representative Examples of Work Works as part of an effective team to provide public safety emergency communications. Receives telephone calls to 9-1-1 from citizens seeking assistance. Gathers information from callers and initiates the appropriate response to information received. Prioritizes telephone calls, and radio communications from the public and emergency service agencies concerning emergency and non-emergency situations. Records and updates pertinent information in the CAD (computer aided dispatch) system and relays information to appropriate agencies and individuals. Makes referrals to other community resources. Monitors and communicates using radio frequencies, to dispatch and coordinate activities of emergency service fire and medical agencies. Receives training and certification in CPR and EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch), and provides instruction in first aid prior to arrival of first responders. Assists in training new employees as assigned by the Training Coordinator and provides documentation of trainees' progress for use in their evaluations. Performs routine equipment checks to insure proper function, and reports any failure or malfunction to the technical support staff. Maintains and updates records and resources, both hard copy and computerized. Minimum Qualifications Requires high school graduation or GED. Requires one (1) year experience working in an environment that involved public contact. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employment is subject to a background investigation which is conducted by the Sheriff's Department. Successful candidates must pass hearing and drug screening provided by the County. Employees must attain and maintain CPR & EMD certification; and CJIN, NCIC and POST certifications as a condition of employment. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires working rotating shifts ranging from 8 to 12 hours, but not to exceed 14 hours in length; working nights and weekends; and working overtime shifts as needed to provide coverage for a 24/7/365 emergency communications center. Requires providing contact information to include primary and alternate contact information for emergency scheduling. May require carrying a pager as assigned and serving in an "on call" capacity as assigned. Requires exposure to a stressful environment. Work is primarily performed in a communications center and requires long periods of sitting at a computer terminal and performing data entry while wearing a headset. Some bending, reaching and lifting in the light ranges is involved. Requires hearing which falls within normal limits for both pure tones and speech, per audiogram. (An average will be taken of 500, 1000, 2000, 3000HZ. The applicant must have an average threshold of 20dBHL in each ear.) May require some travel for training or meetings.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted/requested. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: College Transcripts (unofficial are accepted), a letter of interest that includes motivation to work in Environmental and Public Health field, a resume that includes volunteer and professional experience and professional association activities related to environmental health. In addition please answer the supplemental question (responses need to be between 300 - 800 words). Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. The Environmental Health Specialist I (EHS1) performs technical and regulatory work in one of the following: air quality, land services, licensed establishments, or water quality to protect and support the health of people, environments, and communities. Employees hired as Environmental Health Specialist I, must become a Sanitarian in Training within one month of hire and a Registered Sanitarian with the Montana Board of Sanitarians within one year of hire. Employees are eligible for promotion to Environmental Health Specialist II after completion of registration as a Sanitarian. Representative Examples of Work Advocates for and ensures environmental and public health protection through education, program promotion, inspections, monitoring, investigation and enforcement. Works with the regulated community and general public to ensure compliance with environmental laws and rules. EHS 1s will be assigned to one of the following: Licensed Establishment EHS 1 : Inspects restaurants, day cares, pools and spas, public lodging and other establishments and public facilities to ensure compliance with state and local regulations. Performs plan review. Investigates food and water borne outbreaks. Teaches food safety classes. Land Services EHS 1: Issues septic and well permits. Conducts site evaluations for on-site wastewater systems; conducts groundwater monitoring. Reviews applications for subdivisions and certificates of survey and conducts on-site inspections of proposed developments. Investigates and resolves solid waste complaints. Air Quality EHS 1 : Establishes, operates and maintains air monitoring sites; performs quality assurance. Monitors air pollution and issues alerts and health advisories. Inspects and recommends air pollution control to industry and small businesses; manages outdoor burning; participates in transportation planning; ensures compliance with federal air quality standards. Water Quality EHS 1 : Collects water samples; maintains monitoring wells. Evaluates water quality data. Coordinates pollution prevention permitting and inspects facilities for compliance. Reviews and comments on cleanup plans for sites managed by other agencies. Participates in household hazardous waste collection. Coordinates restoration and water quality improvement projects. Collaborates with other agencies, non-profits, businesses and community members. Responds to public inquires and requests for information. Attends meetings as department representative. Prepares and delivers public presentations. Maintains accurate and complete records. Collects, analyzes, and presents data, generates reports, and conducts research. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Serves as on-call officer for emergency environmental health, air and water quality incidents. Works in a certified water testing laboratory using standard procedures. Analyzes water samples; Contacts owners of contaminated water supplies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in environmental health or in the biological or physical sciences required. Applicants must meet minimum standards for sanitarians in training In accordance with Montana ARM 24.216.502 which requires a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter credit hours in physical and biological sciences including at least one successfully completed course in chemistry, biology, and microbiology (microbiology can be taken after hire). Requires one year of professional experience in one or any combination of the following fields: Environmental health A physical or biological sciences field related to environmental health Public health Education Enforcement or government regulation SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires valid Montana driver's license. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires some physical exertion, bending, climbing; above average agility and dexterity. Requires lifting 10 pounds frequently; moving 50-100 pounds occasionally. Work involves moderate risks which require special safety precautions and outdoor exposure to extreme weather conditions. Work involves exposure to laboratory chemicals, pathogens and toxic or hazardous materials. Requires travel to remote sites and scheduled weekend work.
Nov 30, 2022
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted/requested. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: College Transcripts (unofficial are accepted), a letter of interest that includes motivation to work in Environmental and Public Health field, a resume that includes volunteer and professional experience and professional association activities related to environmental health. In addition please answer the supplemental question (responses need to be between 300 - 800 words). Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. The Environmental Health Specialist I (EHS1) performs technical and regulatory work in one of the following: air quality, land services, licensed establishments, or water quality to protect and support the health of people, environments, and communities. Employees hired as Environmental Health Specialist I, must become a Sanitarian in Training within one month of hire and a Registered Sanitarian with the Montana Board of Sanitarians within one year of hire. Employees are eligible for promotion to Environmental Health Specialist II after completion of registration as a Sanitarian. Representative Examples of Work Advocates for and ensures environmental and public health protection through education, program promotion, inspections, monitoring, investigation and enforcement. Works with the regulated community and general public to ensure compliance with environmental laws and rules. EHS 1s will be assigned to one of the following: Licensed Establishment EHS 1 : Inspects restaurants, day cares, pools and spas, public lodging and other establishments and public facilities to ensure compliance with state and local regulations. Performs plan review. Investigates food and water borne outbreaks. Teaches food safety classes. Land Services EHS 1: Issues septic and well permits. Conducts site evaluations for on-site wastewater systems; conducts groundwater monitoring. Reviews applications for subdivisions and certificates of survey and conducts on-site inspections of proposed developments. Investigates and resolves solid waste complaints. Air Quality EHS 1 : Establishes, operates and maintains air monitoring sites; performs quality assurance. Monitors air pollution and issues alerts and health advisories. Inspects and recommends air pollution control to industry and small businesses; manages outdoor burning; participates in transportation planning; ensures compliance with federal air quality standards. Water Quality EHS 1 : Collects water samples; maintains monitoring wells. Evaluates water quality data. Coordinates pollution prevention permitting and inspects facilities for compliance. Reviews and comments on cleanup plans for sites managed by other agencies. Participates in household hazardous waste collection. Coordinates restoration and water quality improvement projects. Collaborates with other agencies, non-profits, businesses and community members. Responds to public inquires and requests for information. Attends meetings as department representative. Prepares and delivers public presentations. Maintains accurate and complete records. Collects, analyzes, and presents data, generates reports, and conducts research. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Serves as on-call officer for emergency environmental health, air and water quality incidents. Works in a certified water testing laboratory using standard procedures. Analyzes water samples; Contacts owners of contaminated water supplies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in environmental health or in the biological or physical sciences required. Applicants must meet minimum standards for sanitarians in training In accordance with Montana ARM 24.216.502 which requires a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter credit hours in physical and biological sciences including at least one successfully completed course in chemistry, biology, and microbiology (microbiology can be taken after hire). Requires one year of professional experience in one or any combination of the following fields: Environmental health A physical or biological sciences field related to environmental health Public health Education Enforcement or government regulation SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires valid Montana driver's license. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires some physical exertion, bending, climbing; above average agility and dexterity. Requires lifting 10 pounds frequently; moving 50-100 pounds occasionally. Work involves moderate risks which require special safety precautions and outdoor exposure to extreme weather conditions. Work involves exposure to laboratory chemicals, pathogens and toxic or hazardous materials. Requires travel to remote sites and scheduled weekend work.
MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
Missoula, MT, United States
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted/requested. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: A letter of interest including motivation to work as an Animal Control Officer, and a resume. Please answer the Supplemental Question (responses need to be between 300 - 800 words). Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Enforces the city and county animal control and garbage ordinances for the Missoula City-County Health Department to ensure the health and safety of domestic animals and the community. Representative Examples of Work Responds to calls for assistance regarding animal control issues from the public and law enforcement agencies. Captures and removes stray, uncontrolled or abused animals. Drives animal control service vehicles to transport animals to and from the shelter, and veterinarian offices. Responds to and investigates violations of animal control and garbage ordinances and issues warnings or citations. Patrols designated areas in vehicle, on foot and on bicycle. Issues temporary licenses. Investigates reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviews witnesses, collects evidence, writes reports; makes court appearances to serve as a witness as required. Investigates animal bites; captures rabid animals. Follows protocol for rabies quarantines. Examines animals for injuries, malnutrition or disease. Administers first aid and arranges for any necessary medical treatment. Educates the public regarding complying with ordinances. Prepares and delivers public education presentations on animal control topics. Authorizes euthanasia of animals for humane or public safety reasons. Communicates with owner of animal. Transports animals for euthanasia and disposes of dead animals. Assists shelter attendants with dispatching, animal care and feeding, impounding, releasing, kennel cleaning and maintenance, euthanasia, adopting, licensing, medicating and immunizing animals. Maintains activity logs and other records. Maintains Animal Control vehicle and equipment. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Requires one year of experience that may include time working with: animal control; animal care, handling or treatment; animal research; or law enforcement. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a valid Montana Driver's License. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires pre-employment physical exam, driving history check, and a criminal background check. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires driving a county vehicle, riding a bicycle, and patrolling on foot. Requires capturing and transporting animals which may be injured, fearful, or vicious. Requires occasional heavy lifting (up to 100 lbs.), bending, crouching, and crawling in restricted space. Requires travel to private property or residences; requires exposure to hostile people. May involve exposure to animal bites, blood or body fluids; may require defending oneself against physical attack. Requires the use of protective clothing or gear. Requires working weekend and evening hours and occasional work on holidays; or serving in an on-call capacity. Requires performing work out of doors and may involve exposure to extreme weather and hazardous driving conditions.
Oct 04, 2022
Full Time
Definition TO APPLY : Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted/requested. Please include with your completed application the following attachments: A letter of interest including motivation to work as an Animal Control Officer, and a resume. Please answer the Supplemental Question (responses need to be between 300 - 800 words). Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources. Enforces the city and county animal control and garbage ordinances for the Missoula City-County Health Department to ensure the health and safety of domestic animals and the community. Representative Examples of Work Responds to calls for assistance regarding animal control issues from the public and law enforcement agencies. Captures and removes stray, uncontrolled or abused animals. Drives animal control service vehicles to transport animals to and from the shelter, and veterinarian offices. Responds to and investigates violations of animal control and garbage ordinances and issues warnings or citations. Patrols designated areas in vehicle, on foot and on bicycle. Issues temporary licenses. Investigates reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviews witnesses, collects evidence, writes reports; makes court appearances to serve as a witness as required. Investigates animal bites; captures rabid animals. Follows protocol for rabies quarantines. Examines animals for injuries, malnutrition or disease. Administers first aid and arranges for any necessary medical treatment. Educates the public regarding complying with ordinances. Prepares and delivers public education presentations on animal control topics. Authorizes euthanasia of animals for humane or public safety reasons. Communicates with owner of animal. Transports animals for euthanasia and disposes of dead animals. Assists shelter attendants with dispatching, animal care and feeding, impounding, releasing, kennel cleaning and maintenance, euthanasia, adopting, licensing, medicating and immunizing animals. Maintains activity logs and other records. Maintains Animal Control vehicle and equipment. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Requires one year of experience that may include time working with: animal control; animal care, handling or treatment; animal research; or law enforcement. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Requires a valid Montana Driver's License. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires pre-employment physical exam, driving history check, and a criminal background check. Physical/Environmental Demands Requires driving a county vehicle, riding a bicycle, and patrolling on foot. Requires capturing and transporting animals which may be injured, fearful, or vicious. Requires occasional heavy lifting (up to 100 lbs.), bending, crouching, and crawling in restricted space. Requires travel to private property or residences; requires exposure to hostile people. May involve exposure to animal bites, blood or body fluids; may require defending oneself against physical attack. Requires the use of protective clothing or gear. Requires working weekend and evening hours and occasional work on holidays; or serving in an on-call capacity. Requires performing work out of doors and may involve exposure to extreme weather and hazardous driving conditions.