Human Resources Generalist

The HR generalist performs human resources-related duties at the professional level and may carry out responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: employee relations, training, employment, labor relations, affirmative action and employment equity programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintains all employee and applicant documentation as directed.
  • Manages and tracks all employee disciplinary action.
  • Coaches, counsels and guides managers before executing employee disciplinary actions.
  • Maintains and processes all Unemployment Notices of Entitlement and potential charges in a timely, efficient manner. Attends unemployment hearings when necessary.
  • Assists with recruitment tasks as needed (reviews applications, interviews).
  • Acts as an employee relations specialist.
  • Monitors tardy and absenteeism reports and ensures proper documentation is issued on employees who have excessive tardiness or absenteeism problems.
  • Maintains, updates and distributes the employee phone list.
  • Ensures compliance with USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification; periodically audits Forms I-9.
  • Distributes and monitors employee performance evaluations and ensures they are done in a timely manner (i.e., three months, six months, one year and yearly thereafter).
  • Reports, maintains and monitors all workers' compensation case files; follows-up on open cases.
  • Monitors employee eligibility for benefits plans. Reviews benefits with employees and processes enrollment, cancellation or changes. Verifies benefit billing accuracy and processes for payment.
  • Administers COBRA for group health plans.
  • Acts as payroll and time clock backup for Director.
  • Maintains and coordinates employee recognition programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of HR principles and practices
  • Knowledge of employment law
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office programs and other relevant software.
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Ability to maintain effective relationships with all levels of staff.
  • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
  • Ability to be discrete and ethical
  • Ability to manage employee conflicts and solve problems
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    Software Access

    Microsoft Office

    Cabinet

    Minimum Qualifications

    Associates Degree and two years HR experience; or six years of HR experience can substitute for the required education and training experience.

    Pediatric Physician

    The Pediatric Physician position will be part of a collaborative team with physicians, other nurse practitioners and ancillary staff to provide acute and chronic healthcare services to pediatric patients of Thrive Alabama. 

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Provide high quality comprehensive medical care to pediatric and adolescent patients.
    • Perform and document HPI, physical exam, diagnostic testing, consultations, outside referrals and other necessary evaluation for diagnosis and treatment based upon Evidence Based Medicine.
    • Ensure that diagnostic testing results (labs, imaging, and procedures) and specialty consultation notes are reviewed in a timely manner, and appropriate treatment and follow-up is completed.
    • Document all findings and pertinent data in EMR, and lock all charts in a period, determined by the CFO, COO, and CMO (or designee), not to exceed 1 week after completion of encounter.
    • Work collaboratively with team of providers and clinical staff to achieve an evidence-based practice, while creating an open and mutually supportive atmosphere for exchange of knowledge and information.
    • Provide telemedicine services as needed to improve access to care and continuity of care within scope of applicable state and federal regulations.
    • Travel to satellite clinics to provide patient care as needed.
    • Provide minor office-based procedures as applicable based upon privileging.
    • Serve as a collaborating physician for mid-level practitioners according to the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners standards. Complete all requirements related to the Collaborative Practice Agreement.
    • Work collaboratively with appropriate specialist(s) to review and treat complex patients and/or refer patients if not within your scope.
    • Share in an on-call rotation for after-hours answering service and daytime point of contact.
    • Screen and refer clients to other community service providers as appropriate.
    • Lead patient care team meetings.
    • Serve as Physician designee for pediatric vaccine programs and/or any other pediatric patient assistance programs.
    • Work with clinical leadership to develop healthcare protocols, procedures, forms, and standing orders as appropriate to standardize and improve care.
    • Assist the team to find ways to maximize practice efficiency by reducing waste and promoting quality and process improvement.
    • Participate in Quality Improvement Committee and QI projects as assigned.
    • Participate in Peer Review activities as assigned.
    • Educate staff, patients and community on prevention, treatment, and interventions as it pertains to health conditions.
    • Assist in precepting students and residents as needed.
    • Ensure Thrive Alabama’s objectives regarding quality, patient engagement, documentation, coding, and billing are met.
    • Promote the company’s services to patients and to local community.
    • Adhere to all Thrive Alabama policies and procedures, including those related to grant and funding requirements.
    • Maintain continuing education as required by the Alabama Board of Medicine and respective Family/Pediatric American Board, to ensure continued licensure, certification, and employment.
    • Maintain active BLS certification.
    • Assume all other responsibilities that are assigned by Chief Medical Officer or Chief Operating Officer.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Knowledge base for the management of health issues considered part of Pediatric Medicine and primary care.
    • Ability to maintain a posture of continual learning, accommodation to new information, and investment in externally established standards of care.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with patients and caregivers about their health and develop a therapeutic relationship to encourage engagement in care.
    • Ability to collaborate with patients, caregivers, and staff from diverse populations.
    • Knowledge of HIPAA laws and commitment to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients.
    • Ability to effectively, respectfully, and professionally communicate with management, staff, colleagues, and the public.
    • Ability to organize, present, and offer education and training programs.
    • Ability to work with patients, caregivers, and staff from diverse populations.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective team relationships with other healthcare personnel (internal and external) and the public.
    • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

    Software Access

    Microsoft Office
    eClinical Works

    Training and Experience or Minimum Qualifications

    • M.D. or D.O. with a specialty in Pediatric medicine
    • Current board certification by the American Board of Pediatric Medicine (ABP)
    • Eligible for DEA registration and Qualified Alabama Controlled Substances Certificate
    • Eligible as a Physician Collaborator in Collaborative Practice Agreements
    • BLS certified

    Medical Assistant I

    Duties and Responsibilities

    1. Perform triage of patients with documentation to include, but not limited to, HPI, medication reconciliation, medical history, family history, social history, vital signs and preventive medicine.
    2. Administers medications, immunizations and therapeutic injections as ordered by the provider while following 340b and ADAP guidelines.
    3. Assist Provider(s) with examinations, refilling medications, reviewing lab results, in house procedures, facilitating referrals and prior authorizations with appropriate documentation.
    4. Review daily charts with providers to address patient preventive healthcare maintenance, immunization schedule, potential risk factors and CDSS alerts.
    5. Report any significant patient conditions or reactions to medications or procedures immediately to the provider or supervisor.
    6. Provide coverage for late clinic as scheduled by supervisor.
    7. Assist in the evaluation of patient encounters in regards to coding in the EMR for procedures to optimize billing.
    8. Notify patient of lab results, procedure results and referral appointments.
    9. Explain ordered procedures or treatments to patients.
    10. Assist SW staff with required refills for ADAP, PAP or Curant programs.
    11. Input patient data into EClinicalWorks and Careware.
    12. Sanitize and restock supplies used in exam rooms as needed.
    13. Set up AV equipment for Telemedicine and assist Provider(s) in seeing patients via Telemedicine.
    14. Participate in team meetings.
    15. Participate in Quality Improvement projects as directed by the Quality Manager.
    16. Maintain active CPR certification.
    17. Other responsibilities assigned by Director of Nursing.

     Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Knowledge of HIPAA laws.
    • Knowledge of HIV transmission, prevention and disease process
    • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
    • Basic computer literacy skills including but not limited to EMR, MS, Excel and CAREWare.
    • Ability to work with patients, significant others and staff from diverse populations.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.

    Software Access

    •       Microsoft Office
    •       eClinical Works
    •       CAREWare

     Minimum Qualifications

    A Certificate, Diploma or Associates degree in Medical Assistant. Certification as a Medical Assistant or as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Health Career Association (NAH), 0-5 years of experience, bilingual preferred

     Special Note:  Every two years, successfully complete 10 C.E.U.s in medically related courses.

    Pediatric Medical Assistant

    Duties and Responsibilities

    1.  Perform triage of pediatric patients with documentation to include, but not limited to, HPI, medication reconciliation, medical history, medication allergies, family history, social history, vital signs, preventive medicine and appropriate developmental screenings.
    2. Administers medications, immunizations, and therapeutic injections as ordered by the provider while following clinical policy.
    3. Assist Provider(s) with examinations, refilling medications, reviewing lab results, in-house procedures, vision and hearing screenings, facilitating referrals and prior authorizations with appropriate documentation.
    4. Triage parent and patient sick calls in accordance with clinical policies under the direction of the medical provider.
    5. Review daily charts with providers to address patient preventive healthcare maintenance, immunization schedule, recent hospitalizations, developmental screenings, potential risk factors and CDSS alerts.
    6. Report any significant patient conditions or reactions to medications or procedures immediately to the provider or supervisor.
    7. Provide patient and parent education on medications, immunizations, medical procedures, and referrals.
    8. Performs phlebotomy (peds and adults), laboratory processing and CLIA waived in house testing as needed.
    9. Assist in the evaluation of patient encounters in regard to coding in the EMR for procedures to optimize billing.
    10. Notify patient of lab results, procedure results and referral appointments.
    11. Explain ordered procedures or treatments to patients.
    12. Assist SW staff with required refills for patients’ assistance programs.
    13. Input patient data into EClinicalWorks and Careware.
    14. Sanitize and restock supplies used in exam rooms as needed.
    15. Float between other departments as needed.
    16. Set up AV equipment for Telemedicine and assist Provider(s) in seeing patients via Telemedicine.
    17. Participate in team meetings.
    18. Participate in Quality Improvement projects as directed by the Quality Manager.
    19. Maintain active CPR certification.
    20. Maintain certification by successful completion of medically related CEU’s.
    21. Other responsibilities assigned by Director of Nursing or Nurse Manager

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Knowledge of HIPAA laws.
    • Knowledge of HIV transmission, prevention, and disease process
    • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
    • Basic computer literacy skills including but not limited to EMR, MS, Excel and CAREWare.
    • Ability to work with patients, significant others, and staff from diverse populations.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.

    Software Access

    • Immprint
    • Microsoft Office
    • eClinical Works
    • CAREWare

           Minimum Qualifications

    •  2 years pediatric experience preferred.
    •  Certification as a Medical Assistant or as a Certified Clinical   Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Health Career   Association (NAH).
    •  A Certificate, Diploma or associate degree in medical assistant
    •  Bilingual preferred

    Special Note:  Every two years, successfully complete 10 C.E.U.s in medically related courses.

    HIV Prevention Coordinator

    As a HIV Prevention Coordinator, you will be a liaison for infectious and chronic disease prevention and education for the community. You will provide non-clinical education on HIV prevention, PrEP medication adherence, safe sex practices as well as healthy lifestyle choices. Duties will include coordinating and developing PrEP outreach engagement events, education, awareness, linkage to agency PrEP program and HIV testing.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    1. Recruit, screen, and refer individuals for PrEP programs to PrEP Case Manager.
    2. Develop, coordinate, and implement outreach and education events for HIV testing, PrEP community education and awareness.
    3. Network with other agencies for referrals, outreach events for testing and PrEP community education and awareness.
    4. Work collaboratively with PrEP Case Manager to identify client risk factors to address when engaging the community to promote awareness of PrEP program.
    5. Work collaboratively with other LGBTQ+ and allied agencies for technical assistance and collaboration aimed at building organizational capacity and increasing PrEP referrals.
    6. Leverage all department and agency resources to ensure comprehensive implementation plans are executed.
    7. Complete Post-Test Education sessions for eligible clients.
    8. Readily available to engage and educate the community on chronic and infectious disease, not limited to HIV and STD’s.
    9. Provide health education expertise in the forms of presentations, informational table events and overall outreach in the community.
    10. Provide tailored and culturally sensitive educational materials for youth, minorities and the LGTBQ+ community.
    11. Maintain accurate records through data entry and monthly reporting and participates in annual grant meetings and audits.
    12. Submit program reports to Director and Data Analyst as required.
    13. Attend community-based meetings as assigned.
    14. Conduct HIV Testing on assigned office days, Mobile Testing Unit and outreach as scheduled.
    15. Attend regular Health Education and staff development meetings.
    16. Works with supervisor on promotion of events and outreach materials.
    17. Assist in other functions or duties in the department as needed.
    18. Participate in agency Program Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance activities and initiatives.
    19. All other duties as assigned.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security rules
    • Knowledge of the basics of HIV transmission, disease process and prevention.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
    • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
    • Ability to make public presentations.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Ability to work with diverse populations

    Software Access

    • Microsoft Office
    • CAREWare
    • HADIS
    • eClinicalWorks
    • RedCap

     Minimum Qualifications

    •  A bachelor’s degree in public health, communication, social work or other related field.
    • 1 year HIV testing, PrEP knowledge, or outreach experience preferred. 

    Special Note:  Must maintain a current Alabama Driver’s License.  Evening and weekend work is required.

    Family Nurse Practitioner

    The Family Nurse Practitioner position will be part of a collaborative team with other physicians, nurse practitioners and ancillary staff to provide acute and chronic primary healthcare services, including comprehensive medical care to patients living with HIV. This is a full-time position.

     Duties and Responsibilities:

    1. Provide high quality comprehensive medical care to adolescent and adult patients. Clinical care will include general primary care, including primary care for the LGBTQI+ community, as well as medical management of Hepatitis C, HIV, HIV prevention, and STI testing and treatment.
    2. Perform and document HPI, physical exam, diagnostic testing, consultations, outside referrals and other necessary evaluation for diagnosis and treatment based upon Evidence Based Medicine.
    3. Ensure that diagnostic testing results (labs, imaging, and procedures) and specialty consultation notes are reviewed in a timely manner, and appropriate treatment and follow-up is completed.
    4. Document all findings and pertinent data in EMR, and lock all charts in a period, determined by the CFO, COO, and CMO (or designee), not to exceed 72 hours after completion of encounter.
    5. Work collaboratively with team of providers and clinical staff to achieve an evidence-based practice, while creating an open and mutually supportive atmosphere for exchange of knowledge and information.
    6. Provide telemedicine services as needed to improve access to care and continuity of care within scope of applicable state and federal regulations.
    7. Travel to satellite clinics to provide patient care as needed.
    8. Provide minor office-based procedures and EKG review, as applicable, based upon privileging.
    9. Work with collaborating physician according to the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners and Alabama Board of Nursing standards and regulations. Work with the collaborating physician to review complex patients and quality of care based on evidence based and/or medically validated clinical practices as well as completeness of care.
    10. Work collaboratively with physician collaborator and/or appropriate specialist(s) to review and treat complex patients and/or refer patients if not within your scope.
    11. Share in an on-call rotation for after-hours answering service and daytime clinic point of contact.
    12. Screen and refer clients to other community service providers as appropriate.
    13. Lead patient care team meetings, including daily huddle.
    14. Assist the team to find ways to maximize practice efficiency by reducing waste and promoting quality and process improvement.
    15. Work with clinical leadership to develop healthcare protocols, procedures, forms, and standing orders as appropriate to standardize and improve care.
    16. Participate in Quality Improvement Committee and QI projects as assigned.
    17. Participate in Peer Review activities as assigned.
    18. Educate staff, patients and community on prevention, treatment, and interventions as it pertains to health conditions.
    19. Compliance with agency compliance standards, including Standards of Conduct, as well as compliance policies and procedures. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of regular performance evaluations.
    20. Assist in precepting students and residents as needed.
    21. Ensure Thrive Alabama’s objectives regarding quality, patient engagement, documentation, coding, and billing are met.
    22. Promote the company’s services to patients and to the local community.
    23. Adhere to all Thrive Alabama policies and procedures, including those related to grant and funding requirements.
    24. Maintain continuing education as required by the Alabama Board of Nursing to ensure continued licensure and employment.
    25. Maintain active BLS certification.
    26. Assume all other responsibilities that are assigned by Chief Medical Officer or Chief Operating Officer.

     Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    •  Knowledge base for the management of health issues generally considered part of primary care.
    • Knowledge base for managing HIV, Hepatitis C and STI’s or willingness to acquire this knowledge.
    • Knowledge of nurse practitioner principles, practices and techniques.
    • Ability to maintain a posture of continual learning, accommodation to new information, and investment in externally established standards of care.
    • Knowledge of HIPAA laws and commitment to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with patients about their health and develop a therapeutic relationship to encourage engagement in care.
    • Ability to work with patients, caregivers, and staff of diverse populations.
    • Ability to effectively, respectfully, and professionally communicate with management, staff, colleagues, and the public.
    • Ability to organize, present, and offer education and training programs.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective team relationships with other healthcare personnel (internal and external) and the public.
    • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

    Software Access

    •         Microsoft Office
    •         eClinical Works

     Training and Experience or Minimum Qualifications

    •  Certified Family Nurse Practitioner in compliance with Alabama Board of Nursing
    • Minimum experience of 2 years as an actively practicing nurse practitioner
    • Obtain and maintain Collaborative Practice Agreement
    • Eligible for DEA registration and Qualified Alabama Controlled Substances Certificate
    • BLS certified
    Transportation Specialist

    This position requires a DOT certification to operate agency vehicles for client transportation. Daily facility maintenance when not transporting clients.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    1. Provide transportation for clients in the 12 counties of North Alabama as scheduled by the Patient Access Coordinator for scheduled appointments.
    2. Keep all Agency vehicles in excellent running condition by scheduling all maintenance as needed.
    3. Keep all Agency vehicles clean and free of clutter and trash.
    4. Monitor clients at pick up and inform the Client Support Specialist or Direct Supervisor of any situation where a client is not transportable.
    5. Deliver medications to all surrounding county and city jails for incarcerated clients.
    6. Manage the Agency’s fleet of vehicles, including MTU by coordinating the diagnosis and repair of problems, annual vehicle repairs, preventative maintenance and cleaning of vehicles.
    7. Deliver daily laboratory samples drawn at agency to the Madison County Health Department.
    8. Compiles and submits transportation reports for mileage, fuel, etc.
    9. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

     Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Knowledge of HIPAA laws.
    • Knowledge of HIV transmission, prevention and disease process
    • Knowledge of general maintenance techniques
    • Knowledge of general housekeeping functions
    • Ability to work with clients and their families from diverse populations.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with staff and clients.
    • Ability to climb stairs and lift at least 50 lbs.
    • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
    • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

    Software Access

    • Microsoft Office
    • eClinical Works

    Minimum Qualifications

    High School or equivalent and possession of a valid Alabama Drives License with clean driving record for at least 5 years. Must be able to pass a DOT physical and maintain a DOT certification.

    Navigator Enroll Alabama

    Facilitates the enrollment of local community members and clients of Thrive Alabama in health insurance through the state's federally facilitated Health Insurance Marketplace

    Duties and Responsibilities

    1. Educate the broader community about Alabama's Health Insurance Marketplace, as well as Medicaid and CHIP programs targeting underserved and hard-to-reach individuals.
    2. Assist individuals in enrolling in the Health Insurance Marketplace through online, paper, and phone-based applications.
    3. Objectively help individuals choose between available health insurance plans.
    4. Plan and participate in community-wide events to educate the public on the Health Insurance Marketplace.
    5. Partner with community-based organizations, businesses, and other partners to outreach to underserved and hard-to-reach women potential enrollees.
    6. Stay informed on all policies and procedures regarding implementation of the Health Insurance Marketplace.
    7. Work with the Health Education Department regarding community events to assist and participate for ACA information and enrollments.
    8. Work with the Director of Case Management Services to create community events to educate the broader community on ACA and enrollments.
    9. Visit local businesses to drop off information about ACA enrollment.
    10. Maintain meticulous records, including consent forms, applications, and statistics.
    11. Set up and deliver presentations on enrollment to individuals and community partners.
    12. Participate in all trainings, as assigned by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
    13. All other duties as assigned.

     Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    1. Knowledge of the concepts and principles of community organizing and grassroots outreach.
    2. Ability to operate a vehicle and willingness to travel throughout twelve counties in North Alabama.  
    3. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and families from diverse populations, regardless of age, gender, race, religious background, sexual orientation, gender identity, or health status.
    4. Knowledge of basic computer functions, including Microsoft Office, e-mail and the internet.

     Minimum Qualifications

    High school diploma

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    About our community

    Huntsville, Alabama is a vibrant metropolitan area tucked away in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, with a welcoming laidback southern charm.

    Thinking about relocating? Reach for the stars in the community where the sky is not the limit. Military, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing, and a variety of emerging specialties provide challenging work in delightful surroundings. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life. Mountains, lakes, woodlands, and the Tennessee River accommodate numerous recreational activities. A temperate climate enhances the season for outdoor sports, including world-class golf, hiking, biking, and fishing. Major concerts, Broadway and symphony performances, and extensive permanent collections and traveling exhibitions contribute to a wonderful way of life.

    We are only 5 hours away from the white pristine beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, 2 hours from Music City Nashville, TN, and 4 hours from Atlanta.

    Locations
    Adult Primary Care

    3500 Memorial Parkway SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801
    Phone: 256-536-4700
    Fax: 256-536-4117

    Pediatrics

    3007 Memorial Parkway SW
    Suite C
    Huntsville, AL 35801
    Phone: 256-429-4500
    Fax: 256-517-8550

    Behavioral Health

    415 Church Street
    Building E, Suite 10
    Huntsville, AL 35801
    Phone: 256-536-4700
    Fax: 256-536-4117

    Health Education

    4825 University Square
    Suite 14
    Huntsville, AL 35816
    Phone: 256-536-4700
    Fax: 256-536-4117

    Florence

    112 S. Pine Street SW
    Suite 202
    Florence, AL 35630
    Phone: 256-764-0492
    Fax: 256-764-1670

    Albertville

    201 E. McKinney Avenue
    Suite A
    Albertville, AL 35950
    Phone: 256-660-5127
    Fax: 256-536-4117

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    Thrive Alabama empowers our community with compassionate, accessible, quality healthcare.

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