Medical Coordinator ORR

Upbring; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO & paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Gym Memberships

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Katy, Texas is seeking a Medical Coordinator to arrange health services for children in care. The ideal candidate must hold a Texas nursing license and have a year of experience in public health or healthcare settings. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are required, alongside strong interpersonal skills to ensure quality care. This role includes coordinating medical appointments and facilitating staff training. Competitive benefits and a supportive working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year of employment in public health or healthcare.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in UC information systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical screenings with primary care provider.
• Administer prescribed medication and treatment.
• Facilitate staff trainings on medication dispensing.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Strong interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Conflict resolution

Education

LPN/LVN license in Texas or higher qualification

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in medical or science field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant‑leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve.

Core Values

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head‑on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Your Mission in Action

The Medical Coordinator arranges and coordinates appropriate health services, including urgent, emergent, and preventative health services, for children in care. This includes maintaining complete, confidential medical records for children, ensuring appropriate communication of health needs to case managers and clinicians, scheduling health care appointments, coordinating transportation to health care appointments, ensuring qualified interpretation and translation services are in place, and serving as a liaison for community health care providers. This role adheres to agency policies, licensing, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate initial medical screenings with primary care provider within ORR timeframes.
• Coordinate routine health screenings and assessments, administer prescribed medication and treatment, coordinate medical appointments, and manage nutritional needs to ensure timely and comprehensive care for each UC.
• Coordinate the administration of immunizations and TB screenings per ORR or local Health Department requirements.
• Support infection‑control policies and procedures as well as conduct staff training on medication dispensing and psychotropic medications.
• Facilitate trainings for staff, such as dispensing prescribed, over‑counter and psychotropic medication, bloodborne pathogens, and CPR/First Aid.
• Work closely with the Program Leadership and staff to ensure UC are receiving the highest quality of care and the program is operating efficiently and effectively, and is meeting the goals and objectives of the program and the needs of the UC.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN license in Texas or higher health‑related qualification (e.g., licensed RN with bachelor’s degree) or bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• One (1) year of employment in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination, health administration, or direct clinical care.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual English and Spanish (speak, read and write).
• Must be 21 years of age or older per licensing requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to build trust with UC and internal stakeholders.
• Strong documentation, time management, organizational, and conflict resolution skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and UC information systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience with pediatrics and/or adolescents.
• Associate degree in a medical or science field.

Travel

• This position may require travel as needed based on program requirements.

Perks at Upbring

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Gym Memberships

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time.
• Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children.
• Position requires frequent standing, walking and time in units/cottages which are areas where children reside.
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 125 lbs.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.