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Mountain Community Health is a growing Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing medical, dental, and mental health services to patients of all ages, located in Bristol, Vermont.

Bristol, Vermont, is a vibrant and dynamic community nestled at the foot of the Green Mountains. Bordered by the New Haven River, Green Mountain National Forest, and Champlain Valley’s farms and fields.

We are a non-profit community health center serving all, committed to providing access to high-quality care.  We are an equal employment opportunity employer and are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our organization.  Benefits combined with a positive and mission-minded staff and work environment in a rewarding health center caring for patients make us a great work environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (pro-rated based on full-time status).

  • Date of hire through completion of one year – 10 days
  • One year through completion of five years – 15 days
  • Over five years of completion – 20 days
  • Mountain Community Health complies with the Vermont Sick time Law.

Paid Holidays include:

  • Half-day New Year’s Eve
  • New Year’s Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Black Friday
  • Half-day Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day

Employee Wellness

  • Mountain Community Health employee wellness programs promote health and happiness to our employees.
  • Employee wellness includes policies, benefits and support to employees both inside and outside of the workplace.
  • Benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Simple IRA with 3% employer matching and Employee Assistance Program.

For more information about employment opportunities please contact Human Resources.

Openings

The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.  SHRM-CP a plus. 
  • Minimum one year of human resource experience preferred.  Experience with Exceptions may be made for military veterans with a sincere desire to work in health care administration and who demonstrate an aptitude to learn quickly on the job. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Familiarity with healthcare operations, and human resources a plus.
  • Strong working knowledge of Payroll Systems, Microsoft Office and Excel required. 
  • Requires very good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-energy, flexible work environment and complete special projects with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent team player able to work effectively with a dynamic, high-performance team.
  • Ability to comfortably interact with people at every socio-economic level.

Provides physician support services, responsible for administrative as well as clinical tasks, such as maintaining patient records, preparing patients and rooms for examination, and assisting physicians with exams. This position is accountable for performing patient care activities associated with the needs and comfort of office patients, assisting members of the office team, and maintaining a clean, safe environment

Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • A minimum of one year of experience working within a family practice healthcare setting is preferable.
  • A Medical Assistant Certification program from an accredited technical college or state training program preferred.
  • BLS certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Writing and communication skills
  • Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Teamwork, initiative, and adaptability
  • Maintains patient confidentiality

This position will be responsible for greeting patients when they arrive, answering the phone, checking patients in and out, filling cancellations and no-shows appointments, eligibility verification and processing outgoing and incoming referrals.

Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Medical terminology preferred.
  • Physician office experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Writing and communication skills
  • Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Teamwork, initiative, and adaptability
  • Maintains patient confidentiality

Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants. Prepares each operatory and patient for treatment. Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology. Provides active chairside assistance to the Dentist and anticipates the provider’s needs. At the conclusion of patient care, assists the patient, clears the work site and prepares for the next patient. Monitors the flow of laboratory cases. Monitors and records sterilization cycles. Maintains and inventories supplies. Helps to manage patient flow in the clinic. Follows proper infection control protocols for the practice. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.

Education & Experience

Required
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in a customer support role
Desired
  • Certified Dental Assistant

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong understanding of computer systems
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management and organizational/problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work in a team setting
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
  • Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards
  • Maintains patient confidentiality
  • Responds professionally to high-pressure situations and time limits
  • Works independently with a minimum amount of supervision

Provides high-quality dental hygiene within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care.  Evaluates patients and implements treatment regimens under the supervision of the Dentist.  Provides complete documentation of all findings, treatments and outcomes.  Initiates oral health education and prevention activities.  Reviews and interprets patient dental records.  Works cooperatively with other Dental Program staff.  Assists where needed to ensure smooth, efficient running of Dental Program.  Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.

Education & Experience

  • Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) from an accredited program with the ability to practice in the State of Vermont.
  • BLS or CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong understanding of computer systems
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management and organizational/problem solving skills
  • Ability to work in a team setting
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
  • Ability to manage the dental office infections control plan to meet OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards
  • Maintains patient confidentiality
  • Responds professionally to high-pressure situations and time limits
  • Works independently with a minimum amount of supervision

Licensure, Certification, or Other Requirements

  • Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Graduation from an accredited dental school, ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges as required, FTCA coverage or private professional malpractice insurance obtainable.  Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Vermont, ACLS preferred, Vermont DEA registrations, CMS provider numbers. Requires a comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings. Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern dentistry as related to public health organizations and community health programs as well as current social and economic problems pertaining to public health and their impact on primary health care. Prolonged sitting or standing may be required. Those physical movements and the degree of mobility normally associated with the practice of primary care dentistry will be performed on a repetitive basis. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, radiation, and other conditions common to a clinical environment may routinely be encountered. The center reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications:

  • Degree from an accredited Dental School (DDS or DMD),
  • Licensed for clinical practice in the State of Vermont.
  • Strong computer skills and experience with healthcare databases and applications.
  • Willingness to comply with local, state and federal laws regarding dental and health care.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to keep detailed records.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of dental procedures, tools and diagnostics.
  • BLS/CPR certification

This position represents all billing functions as required for an FQHC.  Resolves patient accounts by performing billing and follow-up activities to effectively collect balances due – maximizing reimbursement while maintaining favorable public relations.

Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Associate’s degree in business or related field or an equivalent in education and experience in a healthcare billing field.
  • Familiarity with CPT and ICD-10 codes is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Writing and communication skills
  • Knowledge of computer applications for medical billing, financial data, spreadsheets, and word processing.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and diagnosis
  • Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
  • Working knowledge of dental and medical insurance
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Teamwork, initiative, and adaptability

Licensure, Certification, or Other Requirements

  • CPC certification preferred.

Primary responsibility of the Clinical Dietitian is to provide nutritional care and information to patients in the outpatient primary care setting. This includes conducting screening and assessments of patients referred by the Providers and providing dietary counseling to patients and families. Also provides guidance and explanation for nutrition and diet relation issues, evaluates the dietary needs of patients, calculates nutritional requirements, and educates on disease prevention.

Education & Experience:

Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with a Major in Food and Nutrition. Must meet requirements of the American Dietetic Association Registration, and attain status as Registered Dietitian and maintain registration through appropriate continuing education. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience using Medical Nutrition Therapy and dietary and nutrition interventions. Certified Diabetes Educator a PLUS!

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Good decision-making and judgment capabilities
  • The ability to instruct others
  • The ability to identify and solve complex problems
  • Being socially perceptive; that is, aware of the reactions of others and understanding those reactions
  • Good reading comprehension skills
  • Good coordination skills and the ability to adjust one’s actions in relation to others’ actions
  • Effective logic, reasoning, and critical thinking skills
  • Effective writing skills
  • Effective speaking skills
  • Active listening skills

Primary responsibilities include; Supporting and assisting the Chief Financial Officer with the preparation of financial statements, reports and specialized analysis for management team and Board of Directors. The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration field and/or three years of experience in the accounting field.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Time management and organizational/problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work in a team setting and independently
  • Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Internal Controls and general accounting processes and procedures.
  • Experience with Excel to include Vlookup, pivot tables, statistical analysis, and spreadsheets
  • Experience in QuickBooks Enterprise or similar accounting system
  • Experience in word processing (MS Word) and Microsoft Office
  • Experience working with large volumes of transactions and in complex systems, requiring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills are required
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

The Social Worker will work directly with patients and their families to facilitate access to community and government resources across a broad range of disciplines including, without limitation, housing, food, transportation, insurance, substance use, education, vocational training, employment, visiting nurse and hospice, personal finance, legal issues, communication, conflict resolution, mental health counseling, and child welfare.  This is a traditional community social worker position, not a mental health counseling (psychotherapy) position.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or Sociology required with appropriate post-graduate training.
  • At least five years of experience in community social work interacting directly with clients and social service organizations.
  • Experience in a healthcare setting (hospital, agency, medical practice) is preferred, but not essential
  • Experience in individual and family psychotherapy are not required but would be a great asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and diagnosis
  • Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
  • Working knowledge of insurance
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently
  • Strong time management and critical thinking skills
  • Teamwork, initiative, and adaptability
  • Understanding and commitment to comprehensive community-based primary health care
  • Understanding of Section 330e funded community health center requirements
  • Writing and communication skills
  • Skills to establish effective clinical quality improvement and outcome measurement systems

Please send your resume and cover letter to HR@mchvt.org. The Human Resources Department will contact applicants who have been chosen to continue through the selection process.

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