1st Step Diabetes Wellness Center offers a progressive and professionally rewarding workplace for its employees. The independent, comprehensive-care facility is an equal-opportunity employer and offers competitive wages and benefits. We currently have the following positions available:
Registered Nurse / Per Diem
Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner / Part-Time
Corpsman / Paramedic / LPN / Part-Time / Per Diem
Registered Dietician / Part-Time - Full-Time
Primary Care Provider (MD) / Part-Time / Per Diem
Pharmacist / Full-Time
Pharmacy Tech / Full-Time
Billing/Credentialing Specialist / Part-Time/ Full-Time
Call Center Representative / Full-Time
Operations Directorr/ Full-Time
Podiatrist / Part-Time / Per Diem
For other general employment information e-mail us at careers@1dwc.com.
Registered Nurse / Per Diem
Position Description:Registered Nurse with extensive experience treating Diabetic patients. Perform frequent patient evaluations, including monitoring and tracking vital signs, performing procedures such as IV placement, phlebotomy, and administering medications. Develops the day-to-day nursing care plans. High energy level, Maryland license, professional liability insurance required.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluates patients
- Administer medication
- Update patient records
- Provide patient education
Conditions of Employment: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Registered Nurse
Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner / Part-Time
Position Description:
Primary Care mid-level practitioner with extensive experience treating Diabetic patients for office setting. Performs comprehensive evaluations and complete physical exams and treats newly-diagnosed Diabetics. Knowledge of multiple drug dosages and interactions, current ACLS, EHR data entry, are necessary. High energy level, Maryland license, professional liability insurance required. Weekdays, initially Wed/Thurs. Job-sharing possible. Self-starter.
Responsibilities:
- Records medical histories.
- Examines patients
- Orders and interprets laboratory tests
Conditions of Employment: Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner
Corpsman / Paramedic / LPN / Part-Time / Per Diem
Position Description:
Energetic professional who can multitask, obtain VS, BMI, 12-Lead EKG, and input computer data. Other skills to be taught on site. Medical Terminology, current BLS required, ACLS desirable. Self-starter. Job-sharing possible. Weekdays, initially Wed/Thurs.
Conditions of Employment: Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Corpsman and Paramedic and LPN
Registered Dietician / Part-Time - Full-Time
Position Description:
Conducts nutrition education and counseling sessions for groups and individuals. Provides Diabetes Self Management Training and other health and nutrition education as necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts nutrition education and counseling sessions.
- Provides Diabetes Self Management Training and other health and nutrition education to groups and individuals as appropriate.
- Assists in the design and implementation of dietary intervention and research projects.
- Collects and compiles data on program use and effectiveness.
- Prepares annual goals and objectives for nutrition program.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and/or related field.
- 1-year spent progressively building a background in a particular functional area.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of best practices in departmental field.
- Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
- Ability to communicate and interact with, as well as support effective partnerships with peers and subordinates.
- Oral/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to design effective nutrition plans.
- Ability to effectively conduct education and counseling sessions.
Conditions of Employment: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Registered Dietician
Primary Care Provider (MD) / Part-Time / Per Diem
Position Description:
Performs comprehensive evaluations and complete physical exams to treat newly-diagnosed Diabetic patients. Supervises mid-level Practitioners in office setting, part-time, days, with job sharing possible. High energy level, multi-tasking, MD License, professional liability insurance, and current ACLS required. IM CA-3 or Endo training, experience, desirable. Weekdays, initially Wed/Thurs.
Responsibilities:
- Assesses patient health and provides diagnostic and therapeutic services.
- Exercises autonomy in medical decision-making.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Skill in consulting with patients and families.
- Ability to stay current in emerging technology, best practices and techniques.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Be an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Conditions of Employment: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Primary Care Provider
Pharmacist / Full-Time
Position Description:
Performs clinical and professional pharmaceutical work in the compounding and dispensing of drugs for medical clinic and multiple offsite “drop and fill centers.”
Responsibilities:
- Interprets and evaluates physicians' medication orders.
- Ensures appropriate preparation, packaging, delivery, storage, and monitoring of prescribed medications.
- Manages pharmacy support personnel and pharmacy work areas.
- Ensures compliance with established policies, standards, practices, and values of the department, institution and profession.
- Assist with the development and implementation of adherence protocols.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A baccalaureate degree in pharmacy from a college or university accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy is required. Entry level doctorate of pharmacy is acceptable in lieu of a BS degree and is preferred.
- Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Pharmacy is required.
- Completion of a pharmacy residency program or equivalent practice experience in an integrated health care system, which includes an acute care hospital, or equivalent, is preferred.
- Knowledge of generally accepted pharmacy principles, practices, and procedures pharmacology and therapeutics drug information systems are required.
- Effective communication, customer service, and computer skills are all essential.
Conditions of Employment: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Pharmacist
Pharmacy Tech / Full-Time
Position Description:
Performs many pharmacy-related functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and performs all administrative functions of the department that do not require professional judgment or extensive technical training.
Responsibilities:
- Fills orders for pre-package pharmaceuticals, DEA Controlled substances, floor stock, supplemental medications, emergency kits, and general stock requisitions.
- Maintains appropriate inventory levels of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies in the Pharmacy department clinical areas.
- Stores incoming merchandise in proper locations as instructed.
- Informs the supervisor/pharmacist of stock needs and stock shortages. Processes drug recalls when required in accordance with departmental policy and procedure.
- Documents all vital information regarding DEA Controlled substances requests. Performs random audits of the DEA distribution and control system as specified in departmental policy.
- Insures proper functioning of Pharmacy refrigerators and freezers, checking for adequate temperature levels and that cleaning standard are maintained according to departmental procedures.
- Performs routine maintenance; contacts Facilities Maintenance or Biomedical Engineering, as needed, to perform more complex maintenance duties.
Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of a high school level course work with attainment of a high school diploma or possession of a State High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) is required. Education at the college level is preferred.
- A minimum of one year of equivalent experience requiring a familiarity of generic and trade names of pharmaceutical products.
- Employees in this job class must be certified and registered with the Maryland Board of Pharmacists within the first six months of employment.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- General knowledge of generally accepted pharmacy principles, practices and procedures, pharmaceutical generic and trade names, general mathematics, personal computers, is required.
- General knowledge of PC computer software applications, such as, spreadsheet, database, word processing, data entry is required.
- Ability to operate various types of pharmacy equipment, such as, laminar flow hood is required. Ability to use a CRT to access patient/drug information systems is required. Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time while performing pharmacy service support duties.
- Ability to lift; store and carry supplies and equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, to interact effectively with medical, nursing and various allied health staff in order to successfully provide optimal patient care.
Conditions of Employment: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Overtime, weekend, on-call and shift work may be required in some positions.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Pharmacy Tech
Billing/Credentialing Specialst / Part-Time/Full - Time
Position Description:
Generates electronic insurance claims daily, manages lock-box, creates payment plans and discounts for eligible patients, develops collection policies, and performs balance billing. Integrates activities with Medical Director and Operations Director, to ensure success of financial services.
Skills and Abilities:
Highly experienced, independent achiever needed for start-up practice. Must be personable and patient-friendly, with strong, detailed knowledge of EHR Practice Management software, electronic Medical billing process, CPT and ICD-9 Coding, as well as Medicare regulations. Desirable employee is required to be skilled at interfacing with third party payors, including credentialing of providers in multiple specialties. Position will evolve to Full-time over six months.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Billing/Credentialing Specialist
Call Center Representative / Full Time
Position Description:
Interact by phone with clients to handle operations of medical clinic and corporate office functions.
Responsibilities
- Answers phones professionally
- Schedules appointments
- Makes reminder calls
- Responds to customer inquiries
- Handles and resolves customer complaints
- Troubleshoots problems
- Provides clients and organizational partners with product and service information
- Routes calls to appropriate resource
- Follows up with clients when necessary
- Completes call logs and reports
- Collects information from clients and partners
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of a high school level of course work with attainment of a high school diploma or a state High School Equivalency Certificate GED is required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Highly proficient knowledge of computer equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet and database software packages and the use of office equipment, such as, photocopy machine and fax machine.
- Familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.
- Proper English usage skills are required.
- Demonstrated ability to type a minimum of 60 WPM is preferred.
- Ability to effectively operate a multi-line telephone console and use professional telephone etiquette is required.
- Highly effective verbal communication skills including courtesy, resourcefulness and efficiency in answering questions, giving directions, locating staff and explaining policies and procedures are necessary.
- Strong customer service, problem solving, and organizational skills required.
Conditions of Employment: Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Call Center Representative
Operations Director / Full-Time
Position Description:
To manage and supervise the operational and administrative functions, activities, and projects of a diabetes care clinic. Responsibilities include the managing, planning and coordinating the operations of the clinic to include: Manage all clinic staff, billing and collecting procedures, monitoring delivery of patient services, planning for space allocation, acting as liaison with patients, businesses, hospitals, academic administration and faculty. Under administrative direction, plans, directs, and manages the administrative and operational activities of 1st Step Diabetes Wellness Center; directly and through subordinates, manages professional nursing and support staff; and performs related duties as required.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and provide management and oversight of all aspects of outreach and testing events
- Finalize all contracts and agreements related to1DWC participation and services at outreach and testing events
- Ensure that all staffing and supply needs are communicated to the clinic director
- Make certain that all operations are running efficiently on the day of the event
- Manage the day to day operations of corporate offices
- Create and implement programs to achieve company goals
- Effectively communicate to clients the vision and concept of 1DWC
- Manage and organize corporate objectives as laid out by CEO
Monitor delivery of patient services to include:
- Completing various special projects, which may require reviewing and analyzing information, identifying problems, recommending solutions and writing reports
- Managing space planning, renovation, and all allocation
- Recruiting, managing, and directing all non-faculty staff to ensure the clinic operates in an efficient manner and that the patients receive high quality customer service.
- Reviewing internal policies and procedures and update as needed
- Functioning as the clinic liaison with patients, businesses, hospitals, academic administration and faculty
- Maintaining on-site Medical Records administration and ensuring that all state and federal regulations governing the release of information is followed and to ensure HIPPA compliances
- Coordinate and facilitate the flow of information and decision making for CEO and other department heads
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Manage the facility operational readiness under the direction of CEO; day to day protocol, functioning, and engineering operational readiness to the complete mission of 1DWC
Minimum Qualifications:
- Three years of clinic and medical group operations experience in an administrative and managerial capacity, preferably for a public agency; or
- Three years of experience performing the duties of Public Health Nurse, Managing or Staff Nurse including administrative responsibility for clinic operations and activities; or
- A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment qualifications listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities
- Must be able to create a new patient regiment
- Must have knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid programs
- Must be able to create transferable and franchisable roll out model
- Must be able to create Patient exam profile
- Must be able to coordinate offsite operations such as health fair symposiums and alike
- Bachelor’s degree in Administration or Health related field with five years of job related experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Have knowledge of budgets and budget process including mathematical and accounting skills, ability to make sound financial decisions, and ability to use calculator. Knowledge of CPT/ICD-9 coding procedures and be familiar with Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance billing procedures. Ability to proceed on own initiative using independent judgment and discretion. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, leadership and organizational skills, and interpersonal and time management skills. Have knowledge of computer technology, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics software in order to prepare publications, reports, and business correspondence. Have knowledge of office management and administrative procedures, and the ability to supervise and review the work of others. Possess knowledge of specialized terminology including medical, legal, and/or construction. Ability to interact with faculty, professional, administrative and higher level management personnel. Familiarity with medical records administration, and knowledge of clinic and physician/patient protocols. Have to be task oriented. Have a flexible schedule including weekends and able to do extended travel.
Equipment
Knowledge of data processing equipment, personal computers, and other standard business machines common in most offices
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment.
Conditions of Employment
Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Operations Director
Podiatrist / Part-Time / Per Diem
Position Description:
Performs comprehensive foot evaluations and physical exams to treat Diabetic patients in office setting, 2 half-days monthly, to start, Wed/Thurs. Diabetic practice experience, Maryland license, professional liability insurance required.
Responsibilities:
- Assesses lower extremity health and provides diagnostic and therapeutic services.
- Performs minor Podiatric office procedures
- Exercises autonomy in medical decision-making
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
- Skill in consulting with patients and families
- Ability to stay current in emerging technology, best practices and techniques
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Effectiveness as part of multi-disciplinary team
Conditions of Employment: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
To apply for this position please send your resume to Podiatrist
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