Direct the day to day operations and sustainability of the Hepatitis C Linkage to Care Program ensuring successful delivery of services through development of patient care and workforce plans. Provide direct program oversight and supervision to Care Specialist, Case Managers, and Peer EducatorsEstablish relationships with Community Based Organizations through linkage agreements for Develop and implement protocols, policies, and procedures into systems which monitor the quality of… Show more Direct the day to day operations and sustainability of the Hepatitis C Linkage to Care Program ensuring successful delivery of services through development of patient care and workforce plans. Provide direct program oversight and supervision to Care Specialist, Case Managers, and Peer EducatorsEstablish relationships with Community Based Organizations through linkage agreements for Develop and implement protocols, policies, and procedures into systems which monitor the quality of care and promote performance improvementEnsure timely AIRS submissions and monthly narrative reportsManage and allocate program budget for all project functionsMonitor quality and key performance indicators to improve program efficiency continuouslyPerform employee performance management and evaluations by identifying skills to provide direction and leadership, identify training needs and promote professional development Participate in grant writing process, contract negotiations, and program developmentProvide training to staff in HCV rapid testing techniques and other program specifics Show less

• Formalize, implement, and oversee protocols and policies ensuring compliance of standards within hepatitis C program • Conduct Quality Assurance within hepatitis C program ensuring adherence to stringent documentation requirements in accordance to grant guidelines• Develop and review policies and procedures, recommend updates, and create protocols in improving health care outcomes for patients with HIV and HCV co-infection• Perform analytical duties of research, collection of… Show more • Formalize, implement, and oversee protocols and policies ensuring compliance of standards within hepatitis C program • Conduct Quality Assurance within hepatitis C program ensuring adherence to stringent documentation requirements in accordance to grant guidelines• Develop and review policies and procedures, recommend updates, and create protocols in improving health care outcomes for patients with HIV and HCV co-infection• Perform analytical duties of research, collection of data, evaluation, and development of findings into research reports for Hepatitis C Program • Collaborate with Principle Investigator with IRB applications, progress and processes, and develop final reports for research projects • Assist in grant proposal writing and contract negotiations • Using the EMR system Office Practicum, maintain and monitor comprehensive hepatitis C program database for immediate access intended for monthly submission of HCV data report using SPSS program• Develop extensive treatment service/care plans and perform readiness assessments for HCV and HIV co-infected patients which include education, risk reduction methods, and medication adherence• Provide mental health first aid intervention and support as needed and refer to appropriate providers• Facilitate weekly support groups and educational workshops for patients living with hepatitis C and HIV to encourage health promotion and improve health outcomes• Supervise Patient Peer Leader Show less

• • Identify patients who are HCV and HIV co-infected and enroll into hepatitis C program• Maintain a comprehensive hepatitis C database of all HIV and HCV coinfected patients• Provide patient care coordination for hepatitis C positive patients • Educate, asses for risk factors, evaluate, and develop care plans for patients • Monitor patients through hepatitis C treatment series with weekly follow-ups, phone check-in, education review, and appointments• Perform Quality… Show more • • Identify patients who are HCV and HIV co-infected and enroll into hepatitis C program• Maintain a comprehensive hepatitis C database of all HIV and HCV coinfected patients• Provide patient care coordination for hepatitis C positive patients • Educate, asses for risk factors, evaluate, and develop care plans for patients • Monitor patients through hepatitis C treatment series with weekly follow-ups, phone check-in, education review, and appointments• Perform Quality Assurance within hepatitis C program to ensure program efficiency and effectiveness• Prepare monthly presentations and facilitate weekly educational groups and discussions on HIV and HCV• Conduct medication adherence assessments on all HIV and hepatitis C coinfected patients• Provide HIV counseling and testing using UniGold Rapid Testing System• Participate in all outreach events by conducting HIV rapid testing, provide educational programs, and lead in discussions on risk prevention methods• Supervise summer youth employees Show less

• Support nurses with triage, preparation for procedures, and obtain results and reports for providers• Observe patient mental and physical conditions under nurse supervision• Discuss HIV education and the importance of adherence with all infected patients• Provide support to providers during visits which include assistance during routine visits and gynecological exams • Assist with colposcopy examinations in obtaining tissue samples, processing tissue samples through pathology,… Show more • Support nurses with triage, preparation for procedures, and obtain results and reports for providers• Observe patient mental and physical conditions under nurse supervision• Discuss HIV education and the importance of adherence with all infected patients• Provide support to providers during visits which include assistance during routine visits and gynecological exams • Assist with colposcopy examinations in obtaining tissue samples, processing tissue samples through pathology, attaining pathology diagnosis, and ensuring appropriate follow-up and management in accordance with ASCCP (American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology) and AIDS Institute Guidelines • Conduct weekly inventory of supplies required for clinic upkeep and flow, and order as needed• Perform phlebotomy on all patients• Provide HIV counseling and testing using OraQuick Rapid Testing system Show less

• Oversee core program activities to ensure deliverables are executed • Coordinate trainings, and provide technical assistance between all medical staff and the New York City Department of Health• Provide coaching, training, and staff development to nurses and providers in areas of deficiencies ensuring program efficiency and effectiveness • Conduct community identification process which include research through individual interviews, focus groups, and discussions with clinic… Show more • Oversee core program activities to ensure deliverables are executed • Coordinate trainings, and provide technical assistance between all medical staff and the New York City Department of Health• Provide coaching, training, and staff development to nurses and providers in areas of deficiencies ensuring program efficiency and effectiveness • Conduct community identification process which include research through individual interviews, focus groups, and discussions with clinic staff• Monitor risk behavior screenings, provider-delivered counseling, and peer-driven risk reduction interventions methods• Recruit and supervise peer advocates and provide necessary trainings and workshops• Mange the collection of program data, data extraction, and data reporting for quarterly submission to the NY City Department of Health • Monitor program budget and allocation of funds for project logistics • Develop Role Model Stories quarterly and prepare for distribution within clinic Show less