Medication Assistance Program Assistant

Texas A&M University System; Victoria, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Educational tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Coastal Bend Health Education Center, is seeking a Medication Assistance Program Assistant in Victoria, TX. The role supports program activities, coordinates applications, conducts resident interviews, and liaises with healthcare providers and community organizations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and may prefer bilingual English/Spanish, along with experience in public health outreach and patient support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to speak English and Spanish is preferred.
• Two years of related experience in public health, health outreach, or health education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program activities for the Medication Assistance Program and provide on-site support at various locations.
• Serve as first point of contact for program information and respond to requests.
• Conduct interviews with residents and assist in completing pharmaceutical assistance applications.
• Maintain pharmaceutical company and client databases and program materials; assist with reports and communications.
• Provide patient support, help review care plans, and assist in overcoming barriers to care.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Public health outreach

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

## Medication Assistance Program AssistantApply: Victoria, TX: Full time: Posted Today: R-097304**Job Title**Medication Assistance Program Assistant**Agency**Texas A&M University Health Science Center**Department**Coastal Bend Health Education Center**Proposed Minimum Salary**$18.20 hourly**Job Location**Victoria, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**Our CommitmentTexas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we areAs one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. What we wantThe Program Assistant, under general direction, provides standard program support and coordination of activities for the Medication Assistance Program. What you need to know**Salary:** $18.20 hourly**Travel:** This position may require up to 20% or more of travel.**Schedule:** This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends. **Responsibilities:****Medication Assistance Program*** Assists in coordinating program activities and travels to various program locations to provide on-site support.* Serves as first point of contact for program information and coordinates responses to request for program information as needed.* Conducts personal interviews with residents and aids in completing pharmaceutical applications for assistance programs and follows up on pending applications.* Builds and maintains positive working relationships with patients, healthcare provides, and community organizations.* Confers as needed on a timely basis with Healthy South Texas staff regarding patient care plans. **Administrative*** Maintains pharmaceutical company and client databases and other program materials, including administrative, fiscal, and client records.* Composes correspondence, reports, publications, presentations, including editing/proofreading program materials as needed.* Continuously expands knowledge and understanding of community resources, services, and available programs.* Assists in reviewing and updating program policies and procedures and makes recommendations for program improvement.* Performs other duties as assigned. **Patient Support*** Assists patients in reviewing care plans and results in an effective manner.* Motivates patients to be active and engaged participants in their health.* Assists patients in overcoming barriers to obtaining needed medical care and social services and utilizing other community resources.* Provides culturally appropriate support and information for the patient and their families in a series of structed visits and follow-up phone calls in a variety of settings, including the patients’ homes. **Qualifications:****Required Education and Experience*** Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience **Preferred Qualifications*** Ability to speak English and Spanish* Two years of related experience in public health, health outreach, or health education.* Experience working with healthcare organizations, providers, patients, or community-based organizations.* Community Health Worker Certification or equivalent.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others.* Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding* Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and standard office applications* Strong written and verbal communication skills. Interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.**Why Texas A&M University?** We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. * Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month* Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas* Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time* Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee* Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees **Instructions to Applicants:** Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.