Ryan White Case Manager, School of Medicine

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond, VA seeks a Ryan White Case Manager to coordinate access to medical and support services for clients living with HIV. The role involves assessments, care planning, referrals, and documentation in CAREWare and EPIC, with activities in quality improvement and community outreach.

40-hour onsite work week with a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum 3 years of case management experience, HIPAA knowledge, and strong communication

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of case management experience in a healthcare delivery system.
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other state/federal assistance programs.
HIPAA knowledge and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and in teams.
Proficient in MS Office and data entry programs.
Experience handling confidential health information and HIV/AIDS issues.

Responsibilities

Case management including eligibility screening, assessments, referrals and care planning.
Documentation in CAREWare and EPIC per policy.
Participate in Quality Management/Quality Improvement activities.
Attend supervisor meetings and trainings; participate in community events.
Engage in professional development activities through the Ryan White CE program.

Skills

Case management

HIPAA compliance

Customer service

Time management

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Data entry

Job description

Advertising Summary

Unit

School Of Medicine MBU

Department

Pediatrics

Duties & Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Ryan White Case Manager has the objective of providing coordination, guidance, and assistance to improve access to and retention of needed medical and support services, and to mitigate and eliminate barriers to HIV care. The Case Manager provides comprehensive case management services to all Ryan White Eligible clients living with HIV seen at the VCU Infectious Diseases Clinic by performing assessments of the needs of referred clients and managing the care plan created.

Core Responsibilities

Responsibility 1 (70%): Case Management

Screen for initial eligibility for the Ryan White grant program and annual renewals.
Initial assessment and identification of various service needs, referral to RW support services, and determination of referral to MCM.
Provide direct social work/case management services to clients living with HIV/AIDS and their families in accordance with their medical diagnosis, psychosocial, social, and financial needs. The scope of services includes screening, assessment, crisis intervention, adherence counseling, advocacy, information/referral, and care planning and coordination.
Formulate a plan of care with multidisciplinary teams to incorporate the physical, spiritual, and psychosocial aspects of the individual/family to promote optimal levels of wellness.
Complete and maintain documentation of all interactions with client/family to include psychosocial assessment and all ongoing interventions; all documentation will be completed in accordance with written clinical and administrative standards and the VDH Case Management Standards.
Respond to multiple referrals from community organizations, health department personnel, and community health providers to offer information regarding services.
Assures patient eligibility for grant-funded services is completed and up-to-date
Provide assistance with the referral process by following up on referral appointments.

Responsibility 2 (15%): Data Entry

Collect data and enter CAREWare data system in accordance with the time frame as stated in the CAREWare Data System Policies and Procedures, as set forth by the Data Manager.
Ensure accurate information into the EPIC, the electronic medical record.

Responsibility 3 (5%): Quality Management

Participate as required in Quality Management and Quality Improvement activities.

Responsibility 4 (7%): Other Duties as Assigned

Attend any supervisor-required meetings, trainings, and competencies
Attend one community event annually

Responsibility 5 (3%): Professional Development/Continuing Education

Attend or complete at least one pre-approved professional development/continuing education activity through the VCU Ryan White Programs Continuing Education (CE) Professional Development Policy

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

3 years of Case Management experience in a healthcare delivery system
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other state or federally funded assistance programs for eligible individuals
Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to implement privacy and confidentiality practices
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to demonstrate superior teamwork behaviors
Ability to work independently
Proficient in MS Office and data entry programs
Sensitive to confidential health information and HIV/AIDS related issues and controversies
Outstanding communication skills, oral and written
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience with the Ryan White grant program

Salary Range

$45,000-65,000 (Commensurate with experience)

Benefits

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Additional Information

Position will remain open until filled.

This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off, 12 paid holidays, and more. Explore our benefits further here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/

VCU is committed to hiring veterans! VCU will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in the calculation of their annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual!

Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.

FLSA Exemption Status

Exempt

Hours per Week

Restricted Position

Yes

ORP Eligible

Flexible Work Arrangement

Fully Onsite

University Job Title

Case Manager HS 1-3, (21111N, 21112N, 21113N)

Contact Information

Contact Name: Jewel Jefferson