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MCW: SARGEANT HEALTH CENTER HIV Linkage to Care Specialist in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way-with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That\'s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). In the role of HIV Linkage to Care Specialist you will provide intensive outreach and linkage to care case management services to persons living with HIV who are newly diagnosed, at risk of falling out of HIV medical care, or recently released from incarceration. Services provided will include assessments, service plan development, coordination of medical care, and referrals to community agencies for additional services. Work will take place in community-based clinic settings, outpatient clinics, and hospital settings. Primary Functions Responsible for supporting people who are newly diagnosed with HIV, out of care, or released from incarceration. Work in partnership with clinics and HIV testing sites to provide notification of positive HIV test results for patients tested in these settings. Collaborate with community partners providing public health support with the goal of reducing new HIV diagnoses in Milwaukee and surrounding counties. Work in support of, and in advocacy for, LGBTQ+ community members. Provide intensive linkage to care case management services to patients referred to the Linkage to Care Program. Complete intake and assessment. Develop and execute appropriate service plans, care coordination, prevention, and health literacy education. Assume responsibility for coordinating linkage to outpatient care based on patient insurance status and medical need, working in compliance with State of Wisconsin Linkage to Care practice standards. Provide intensive education regarding medical treatment for HIV and prevention of HIV transmission. Maintain detailed and confidential medical records in accordance with established protocols. Effectively and efficiently negotiate healthcare and social service systems and collaborate with community partners, medical providers, medical case management staff and partner services to support retention in care. Serve on a multidisciplinary medical care team, communicating with team members to ensure comprehensive and quality wrap-around support. Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Familiarity with HIV prevention, care, and treatment. Experience with case management practices such as assessment and service plan development. Comfort in working in both a clinic and community setting. Strong interpersonal and de-escalation... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/4CED89130093420A Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.

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