Community Health Worker
CurrentWorking throughout the state of Maine to provide access to culturally appropriate healthcare for migrant and seasonal agricultural workers. -Promote wellness by providing culturally appropriate health information to patients -Assist patients in navigating health and human services systems by scheduling appointments, providing transportation and support for appointments, and informing patients of services they can access-Carry out patient intake, provide clinical health screenings for patients, and take basic vital signs to prepare patients to see a medical provider in mobile clinic settings -Maintain efficiency in mobile clinic settings by printing appropriate pharmacy labels, working to prepare patients for their appointments, and scheduling appointments for patients -Advocate for individual and community needs by developing an understanding of housing, work schedules, and any other potential barriers to care-Appropriately documenting patient visits, screenings, and follow-ups through an electronic medical record