Opportunities in Community Health

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Opportunities in Community Health

For more information on any of the positions listed on this page, please contact Alison Williams at (405) 424-2282, ext. 103.

Clinical Opportunities

Position Title	Family Practice Physician 040408-1
Description	Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in southeastern Oklahoma has an opportunity for a Family Practice Physician, preferably with OB experience.
Qualifications	Doctor of Medicine (M.D), or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree, with Oklahoma licensure.
Community	Idabel, in scenic southeast Oklahoma, is located near three large lakes, a national forest, and home to plenty of outdoor recreation, including hunting, fishing, camping, boating, hiking, and ATV recreation.
Benefits	Paid vacation, retirement, health/dental/life insurance. Coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).

Position Title	Family Practice Physician 040408-2
Description	Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in rural northern Oklahoma, seeks family practice physician.
Qualifications	Doctor of Medicine (M.D), or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree, with Oklahoma licensure.
Community	Cherokee, in beautiful northern Oklahoma, is home to outdoor recreation, including nearby Great Salt Plains State Park. Located within a short drive from Enid.
Benefits	Paid vacation, retirement, health/dental/life insurance.

Position Title	Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant 040408-3
Description	Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in rural northern Oklahoma, seeks family practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
Qualifications	Licensed in State of Oklahoma.
Community	Cherokee, in beautiful northern Oklahoma, is home to outdoor recreation, including nearby Great Salt Plains State Park. Located within a short drive from Enid.
Benefits	Paid vacation, retirement, health/dental/life insurance.

Position Title	Pediatric Nurse Practitioner 013008-2
Description	Full and part time positions available. Pediatric Program serving the Midwest City/Del City area - a small, busy, growing pediatric clinic. General pediatrics: well child exams, sick care. Reports to Pediatric Clinic Manager. Flexible work hours. Salary commensurate with experience. Great staff and place to work!
Qualifications	A registered nurse licensed in the state of Oklahoma with formal pediatric nurse practitioner educational program, or family nurse practitioner program with education in pediatrics. Certified by a national certification body in the respective field. Recognized as a nurse practitioner in the state of Oklahoma. Previous clinic experience preferred. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Full time position willing to eventually take on leadership and some administrative responsibilities for the clinic and program at this site.
Community	Located in beautiful Oklahoma City metro area.
Benefits	Full array of excellent benefits.

Position Title	LPNs 013008-4
Description	Two full time positions; one serving our Pediatric Program and one serving our Women's Health Program, both in OKC. Community based, outpatient clinics providing prenatal, family planning and child health care. Assists Physicians, ARNPs or RN with examination of patients. Collects physical assessment data and obtain vital signs. Completes requisitions and documentation for lab testing. Obtains specimen from client for laboratory tests. Initiates patient referral to appropriate team member or other community resources. Explains procedures to clients and family and teaches health promotion information. Administers immunizations. Assists with clerical duties when needed. Flexible work hours. Salary commensurate with experience. Great place to work!
Qualifications	Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma State Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education practical nursing. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Previous clinic experience preferred..
Community	Located in beautiful Oklahoma City metro area.
Benefits	Excellent benefits.

Position Title	Medical Doctor 092107-2
Description	Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) has opening for Physician. The Physicians is a member of the interdisciplinary team of health team and works in collaboration with the Medical Director/Clinical Director, and the physician team, as well as supervising advance practice providers who provide primary care. The Physician provides advance practice providers with consultation as needed, provides primary care for clients in collaboration with other physician. The Physician also teaches health professions, students, and residents. All FQHCs are covered for malpractice insurance under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Qualifications	Graduate of formal accredited medical or osteopathic school. Must be licensed by Oklahoma State Board of Licensure of Supervision. Has completed residency in primary care/internal medicine. Experience in ambulatory care settings, and preferred experience in teaching program. Interest and/or experience in collaboration with interdisciplinary health teams.
Community	Beautiful rural community in Eastern Oklahoma. See local Chamber of Commerce for additional information.
Benefits	Medical and dental insurance, company 401, retirement plan, paid holidays.

Position Title	Physician Assistant 092107-3
Description	Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) has opening for Physician Assistant. The PA is an integral member of the provider team, and provides direct medical services to patients.
Qualifications	Graduate of an accredited training program for physician assistants. Certified by the state of Oklahoma to practice as a Physician Assistant. Eligible for medical malpractice insurance. Physical and mental capability to perform the responsibilities of the position. Maintains current continuing CME requirements and other credentialing and privileging.
Community	Beautiful rural community in Eastern Oklahoma. See local Chamber of Commerce for additional information.
Benefits	Medical and dental insurance, company 401, retirement plan, paid holidays.

Position Title	LPN 020108-1
Description	Ambulatory out-patient clinic. Child immunizations and two years experience preferred.
Qualifications	A registered nurse licensed in the state of Oklahoma.
Community	Located in beautiful Oklahoma City metro area.
Benefits	10 holidays, two weeks vacation; health and life insurance; 5% salary combined to retirement/pension plan; sick leave; personal leave

Position Title	Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant 0108-1
Description	Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) has opening for Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner. Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members to provide primary health care.
Qualifications	Recognition as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or a Physician Assistant by the Board of Medical Licensure and supervision. Prescriptive Authority preferred.
Community	Located in Oklahoma City metro area
Benefits	Excellent benefits available.

Position Title	Family Practice Physician or BC/BE Internist 090707-2
Description	Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) has opening for BC/BE internist or family practice physician. Paid malpractice coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA). Competitive salary structure with excellent fringe benefits and incentives. All FQHCs are covered for malpractice insurance under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Qualifications	Must have or be eligible for Oklahoma license.
Community	OKC metro area. See Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce for schools and cultural enrichment opportunities.
Benefits	Excellent benefits available.

Position Title	Associate Dentist 013108-1
Description	Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) has opening for Associate Dentist.
Qualifications	DDS or DMD from approved dental school; licensed to practice in State of Oklahoma, experience in ambulatory clinic operations and preventative dentistry programs.
Community	OKC metro area. See Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce for schools and cultural enrichment opportunities.
Benefits	Excellent benefits available.

Non-Clinical Opportunities

Position Title	Development/Administrative Assistant 040408-4
Description	Full time position under the administrative oversight of the Chief Development Officer, the Development/Administrative Assistant is primarily responsible for providing support for the Chief Development Officer, Board of Directors, and CEO. Must share a commitment to the mission of Variety Health Center. Will provide administrative support to the Development Program, including donor database management; schedule and arrange development, Board, and committee meetings; and assist in the development and creation of development publications and marketing materials, maintenance of the agency website, and special events planning and implementation. The Development/Administrative Assistant will record minutes at board meetings, perform administrative and clerical duties, and assist with other duties as assigned.
Qualifications	Preferred college degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above. Also must possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be organized and able to set priorities and meet deadlines. Must have the ability to exercise administrative judgment in all responsibilities. Attributes: honesty, integrity, team player, detail oriented, self-starter, takes direction well, ability to work independently, and flexible and adaptable.
Community	Oklahoma City metro area
Benefits	Excellent array of benefits. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Position Title	Outreach Worker 013008-1
Description	Full time. Women’s Health Program near downtown OKC. Position provides telephone, written communication and home visits to patients. Contacts patients as reminders of appointments. Assists with reception and translation as needed. Canvasses homes with program information. Represents agency at community health fairs and community outreach meetings. Prepares regular reports of outreach activities. Flexible hours. Salary commensurate with experience.
Qualifications	High school diploma or GED required. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) ability required. Must have daily usage of legally registered and insured motor vehicle. Basic knowledge of geographic area in which services are provided. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Previous clinic experience preferred. Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Community	Located in beautiful Oklahoma City metro area.
Benefits	Full array of excellent benefits.

Position Title	Medical Records Clerk 013008-3
Description	Full time position. Pediatric Program serving OKC. Works with other team members to facilitate smooth, efficient client flow through the clinic. Pulls charts and distributes for sick patient telephone calls and clinic visits. Copies, distributes and files faxes and medical reports. Organizes and archives charts. Answers clinic telephone calls and provides patient translation services, as back-up. Salary commensurate with experience. Full array of excellent benefits. Great staff and place to work!
Qualifications	High school graduate or GED required. English/Spanish bilingual skills required. Able to file alphabetically. Prior experience with filing systems preferred. Prior experience in medical setting preferred.
Community	Located in beautiful Oklahoma City metro area.
Benefits	Full array of excellent benefits.

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