Job Description Summary
Assists in developing programs that address health care and health care education needs of communities served. Conducts research and assessments to determine community needs. Develops and nurtures relationships with community stakeholders and others to identify underserved and at-risk populations. Plans, organizes and conducts community engagement programs, including community-based education, health care needs assessments, health screenings, testing, mass vaccination and other health care-related programs. Plans and coordinates the resources and tasks necessary for operations; manages the administrative details and day-to-day operations related to community engagement programs in conjunction with the Tri-County Health Network and coalition.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC004865 ORBG - Tri-County Health Network
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
Health-29
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
- Organizes and assists with community engagement programs and events including testing, vaccination, health care education, health screenings, mobile health service events, and other related special activities.
- Establishes effective working relationships with health care organizations, civic organizations, special interest groups, community stakeholders, Tri-County Health Network Board, local coalitions and others to assess opportunities for engagement services.
- Continually assesses community needs; maintains an up-to-date summary of needs and opportunities for community engagement events.
- Collaborates with MUSC Health clinical and administrative leaders and staff to plan and prepare for community events; provides direct support and assistance on logistical matters necessary for smooth operation of engagement events.
- Collaborates with MUSC Health clinical and administrative leaders and staff to plan and prepare for community events; provides direct support and assistance on logistical matters necessary for smooth operation of engagement events.
- Prepares reports to summarize work activities including engagement events and related initiatives. Serves on committees and task forces as assigned.
- Performs a variety of administrative tasks including scheduling of meetings; preparation of meeting summaries or minutes; invoice payments; travel reimbursement preparation; Monday reporting; SuccessFactors completion, including goals; and other related tasks.
Physical Requirements:
NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section:
1) Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; 2) Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift
Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Infrequent)
Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Infrequent)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent)
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
Additional Job Description
Master’s degree in Health Care Administration, Health Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communication, Social Work or related degree and three years of experience related to health care, community relations, or similar experience; or a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration, Health Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communication, Social Work or related degree and five years of experience related to health care, community relations, or similar experience. Excellent communication and organizational skills are needed. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with others is essential.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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