PreferredHealth Educator – Remote (Central Time Zone Preferred) – Temp-to-Perm PositionPosition Summary: The Health Educator will work remotely to support two core health education projects focusing on Texas Medicaid cervical cancer screenings and Medicare statin medication referral outreach. This role involves outreach to both members and providers to promote preventive health services and improve overall care coordination. The position is remote, with a preference for candidates residing in the Central Time Zone, and offers a pay rate of $32 per hour.

Core Projects And Responsibilities
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TX Medicaid Cervical Cancer Screenings (Pap Tests):
- Conduct outreach to Texas Medicaid members to assist with scheduling appointments for Pap screenings, well-woman exams, and other preventive services such as mammograms, annual wellness visits, A1c screenings, and blood pressure checks.
- Educate members on the importance of these screenings and guide them through the process of receiving care. Medicare Statin Medication Referral Outreach:
- Work closely with providers to identify Medicare members who may need statin medication added to their treatment plan.
- Facilitate communication between providers and members to schedule appointments for medication referral and ensure compliance with health care plans.

Work Schedule

Standard work hours are 8 am – 5 pm CST, with occasional opportunities for overtime or alternate hours if required.

Essential Functions

Design and implement targeted health education interventions based on the needs of the population served.
Perform outreach and engagement activities to improve member adherence to preventive screenings and recommended treatments.
Collaborate with internal departments, community organizations, and health care providers to extend resources and develop referral pathways.
Monitor and document progress toward health education goals, providing regular updates and reports.
Utilize and maintain databases for tracking member outreach, appointments, and follow-ups.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a remote setting, maintaining productivity and regular attendance as agreed upon.
Highly organized, with the ability to coordinate multiple outreach projects simultaneously.
Proficient in building effective work relationships with members, providers, and internal teams.
Committed to maintaining confidentiality and complying with HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in a health-related field or equivalent experience in patient education is preferred.
Experience: 0-2 years of experience working with culturally diverse and low-income populations, ideally within a managed care or health education setting.
Experience in telephonic outreach and health care communication is a plus.

Additional Information

This is a temp-to-perm role, with potential for a long-term position based on performance and business needs.
Central Time Zone work hours are required, but candidates from any location are encouraged to apply.

About MCO: MCO is a managed care organization focused on enhancing member health through preventive care and education. This role is an opportunity to make a significant impact by improving access to care and health outcomes for members in need of preventive services and medication management.