EHC Job Openings

Eastport/Remote/Hybrid

Full-Time

Title: Behavioral Health Department Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.

Position Category: Contract/ Salaried/ Exempt

Position Description: Advanced Practice Nurse working as part of a multi-disciplinary integrated
treatment team to provide a full range of general psychiatric services to individuals with mental health
and/or substance abuse issues.

Supervised by: Behavioral Health Director/Program Lead

All EHC employees are expected to engage and be active participants in quality improvement
projects and efforts, risk identification and reporting, attend trainings and meetings as requested and
contribute to overall team spirit and cooperation. Employee contributions in this regard are valued
and necessary for the organization's successful care of our patients/clients.

Supervisory Duties: Supervises Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist

Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Provides psychiatric evaluations/consultations for diagnostic and treatment recommendations;
recommends psychotropic medication as indicated and provides medication management for
psychiatric clients/patients.
2. Develops client/patient Treatment Plans as part of Integrated Treatment Team.
3. Maintains compliance with State and Federal laws and licensing requirements/regulations
commensurate with position/license and practices withinthe Psychiatric Best Practice Standards
of Care.
4. Provides off site psychiatric care when applicable.
5. Provides urgent care as necessary.
6. Maintains accurate and timely documentation of all client/patient services within the EHR.
7. Directs support staffto perform medical assistant duties as indicated; i.e. taking patient vital
signs, performing Urine Drug screens, performing pill counts; calling in prescriptions to
pharmacy, sending letters, scheduling follow-up appointments, making referrals for ancillary
services and documenting all patient activities within the EHR.
8. Participates in evaluations of support staff.
9. Participate in required department, EHC and community meetings as directed; representing EHC
in a professional capacity.
10. Performs other duties as directed by the Behavioral Health Department Director, CEO of
Eastport Health Care.
11. Adheres to all Eastport Health Care Policies and Procedures.
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
1. Advanced Practice Nursing degree with certification as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.
2. Holds an active and valid State licensure with national certification, and is in good standing
within profession.
3. Demonstrates professional skills and conduct commensurate with education and licensure; and
is able to demonstrate best practice quality standards of care.
4. Ability to work as an integral part of an integrated treatment team in providing psychiatric
services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
COMPREHENSION: Understands Complex problems and collaborates to explore alternative solutions.
ORGANIZATION: Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple task and/or
projects.
DECISION MAKING: Makes decisions that have a significant impact on the clinics credibility, operations
and/or service.
COMMUNICATION: Communicates in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting, and/or
negotiating.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: keyboard operation and sitting for extended periods of time. Ability to
occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Visual acuity for extended periods of monitor operation. Speaking and
hearing. Use of interfaced communication devices.

See document(s) linked below for more information.

PNP Job Description Opens PDF file for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position. 

Eastport

Full-Time

Title: Lab Technician / Phlebotomist

Position Category: Hourly / Non-exempt

Supervisor: Clinical Coordinator RN

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Description: Performs phlebotomy and laboratory specimen collection, testing and shipping
according to established procedures. Integrates with medical/clinic staff to provide excellent patient
service and timely results. The phlebotomist collects quality specimens from patients in a skillful, safe,
and accurate mannekand prepares specimens for medical testing based on a provider's orders.
All EHC employees are expected to engage and be active participants in quality improvement projects
and efforts, risk identification and reporting, attend trainings and meetings as requested and contribute
to overall team spirit and cooperation. Employee contributions in this regard are valued and necessary
for the organization's successful care of our patients/clients.
Supervises: No supervisory duties
Duties/Responsibilities are but not limited to:
1. Performing phlebotomy skills and procedures in accordance with applicable federal, state,
or other agency requirements.
2. Aid providers and other medical staff by performing administrative duties and handling
basic laboratory tasks.
3. Proper specimen collection, preparation, handling, documentation, and processing.
4. Proper disinfection of the laboratory and lab equipment.
5. Ordering and inventory of lab supplies.
6. Ordering lab tests in Lab Serve and EMR.
7. Conducting and interpreting in-house tests: hemocult, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, blood
glucose, PT/INR, Hemoglobin A1C, drug screens, etc...
8. Upon receiving PT/INR results, include on lab result sheet the patients diagnosis and current
dose of Coumadin (call to patient if necessary).
9. Call patients with Coumadin dosing instructions and next appointment for PT/INR check.
10. Conduct "chain of custody" DOT and DHS drug screens.
11. Clear, concise, and accurate documentation in patient charts.
12. Mail no-show letters and lab results to patients per policy.
13. Copy and fax lab results to outside providers as indicated.
14. Answer phone calls and faxes pertaining to the lab, lab tests, lab results, etc.
15. Proper labeling and logging of Dahl Chase specimens.
16. Tracking lab orders and organizing in a systematic manner.
17. Distribution of test results to appropriate provider.
18. Proper disposal and packaging of biohazard waste.
19. Perform quality assurance checks on point-of-care machines/equipment.
20. Maintain log sheets for all CLIA waived tests.
21. Cross train to medical floor; in the event that the lab technician is not busy it is a
requirement to assist on the medical floor.
22. Take patient's vital signs
23. Adhere to all EHC policies and procedures.
24. Other tasks deemed necessary by direct supervisor.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:
1. Current BLS certification
2. Minimum, one year working experience as a medical assistant and/or phlebotomy technician in
outpatient clinic or laboratory. Prefer Current AAMA certification as a Certified Medical Assistant
preferred; current ASPT certification as Certified Phlebotomy Technician or one year training experience
preferred.
3. Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
4. Proficient typing computer skills and basic knowledge of computer use.
5. Prefer experience with Electronic Health Record.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
COMPREHENSION: Understand and apply non-routine verbal and/or written instructions.
ORGANIZATION: Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple tasks and/or
projects.
DECISION MAKING: Make decisions that have an impact on the clinic's operations and services
COMMUNICATION: Communicate and explain a variety of information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lift/carry 10-25 lbs., walking/standing/bending/kneeling/squatting; Ability
to assist patients on and off exam table/chairs; visual acuity, eye hand coordination, speaking and
hearing; ability to use interfaced communication devices.

See document(s) linked below for more information.

Phlebotomist Job Description Opens PDF file for the Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant position. 

Eastport

Full-Time

JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Medical Assistant
Position Category: Hourly/Non-exempt
Supervisor: Family Practice Physician or RN
Position Description: The Medical Assistant assists the provider in medical and laboratory procedures
including preparation of the patient; maintains patient medical records; maintains cleanliness of medical
exam rooms and laboratory; processes provider initiated referrals to other health care professionals and
managed care organizations, maintains medical supplies; assists other team members as necessary.
Performs a variety of administrative and clinical duties that support patient care and is team-oriented.
All EHC employees are expected to engage and be active participants in quality improvement projects
and efforts, risk identification and reporting, attend trainings and meetings as requested and contribute
to overallteam spirit and cooperation. Employee contributions in this regard are valued and necessary
for the organization's successful care of our patients/clients.
Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Room patients in exam rooms and performs patient interview according to procedure,
documenting in the EHR.
2. Measure and record vital signs, perform dressing changes, EKG's, nebulizer treatments, ear
irrigations, medication administration, oxygen use, changing respirators and patient set-up
and administration of oxygen, vision screening, spirometry, any and all other
task/procedures related to patient care as ordered by a provider.
3. Set up and assist provider with procedures, utilizing aseptic and sterile techniques.
4. Administers injections including subcutaneous, intramuscular and intradermal as ordered by
provider.
5. Identifies and applies proper written and verbal communication to instruct patients in
health and wellness, nutrition, hygiene, treatment and medications, personal and physical
safety and other areas as directed by provider.
6. Understands and utilized proper documentation of patient encounters andinstruction.
7. Maintain cleanliness and disinfects exam rooms between patients; cleans and disinfects
laboratory and medical equipment as necessary or requested by provider; assist in
maintaining general cleanliness of clinic.
8. Uses and tests autoclave and sterilization equipment.
9. Stocks and prepares exam rooms for the day.
10. Draw blood, process and send out blood, urine and other specimens according to
established laboratory procedures; may perform in-house labs and document results (e.g.
HbA1C, PTINR, UA, etc.). Make necessary documentation in patient's electronic medical
record.
11. May organize and maintain laboratory. Perform laboratory procedures as ordered by
provider, in accordance with applicable federal, state or other agency requirements.
12. Organize, maintain, and order general medical and laboratory supplies, inventory and
records pertaining to same.
13. May organize and maintain a tracking system for pap smears and mammograms.
14. Update computer data bases associated with state subsidized medical programs (e.g. Maine
Immunization Program, Maine Breast and Cervical Program) as needed or requested by the
provider or manager.
15. Schedule appointments with other physicians or agencies when referred by provider;
contact managed care and insurance companies as necessary to confirm benefits orobtain
prior authorization for medical procedures and referrals; maintain record of referrals
completed, including date accomplished, date patient notified of appointment and other
applicable information as required by provider.
16. Type referral letters when provider refers a patient to another physician or agency. Gather
needed documentation and send with the referral letter.
17. Assist the provider in obtaining medication Prior Authorizations for patients as needed.
18. Documents and mails letters to patients that do not show for appointments, according to
policy.
19. Assist the provider in the accomplishment of other tasks as requested by provider or office
manager.
20. Package up biological waste according to guidelines and prepare for pick up.
21. Maintain refrigerator/freezer log; perform daily, weekly, monthly checks including but not
limited to: AED, refrigerated medications, medication cabinet, etc.
22. Order outside labs, procedures as directed by provider (e.g. X-rays, MRI)
23. Maintain MOS log.
24. Open and close clinic as necessary.
25. Adheres to all EHC Policies and Procedures.
26. Attends education, training and meetings as requested and required.
27. Performs other tasks, within scope, as deemed necessary by supervisor.
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
1. Current BLS certification
2. Minimum, one year working experience as a medical assistant and/or phlebotomy technician in
outpatient clinic or laboratory. Current AAMA certification as a Certified Medical Assistant
preferred; current ASPT certification as Certified Phlebotomy Technician or one-year training
experience preferred.
3. Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
4. Proficient typing computer skills and basic knowledge of computer use.
5. Prefer experience with Electronic Health Record.
Essential Functions:
COMPREHENSION: Understand and apply non-routine verbal and/or written instructions.
ORGANIZATION: Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple tasks and/or
projects.
DECISION MAKING: Make decisions that have an impact on the clinic's operations and services.
COMMUNICATION: Communicate and explain a variety of information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lift/carry 10-25 lbs., walking/standing/bending/kneeling/squatting; Ability
to assist patients on and off exam table/chairs; visual acuity, eye hand coordination, speaking and
hearing; ability to use interfaced communication devices.

See document(s) linked below for more information.

Job Description Opens PDF file for the Medical Assistant (Float) position. 

Eastport

Full-Time

The Clinical Coordinator RN works as a part of the medical staff that includes physicians, medical assistants and lab
techs. Provides medication review/assessment/teaching with patients. Responsible for pre-visit planning and
transitions of care. Assists with coordination of care with providers and families.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
Coordinates and has oversight for all aspects of Patient Care including patient education and
implementation of patient care policies
Provides support to providers on a daily basis
Provides assessment of urgent and emergent needs of patients
Oversight for implementing patient treatment plans
Implements systems related to patient management
Ensures gaps in care are met for EHC medical patients.
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Maine licensure to practice as an RN, with at least three years' experience in an outpatient clinical setting
preferred and at least one year of demonstrated leadership/ supervisory experience.
Prior experience or an understanding of the Quality Improvement process.
BLS certification.
Computer literate, able to navigate electronic medical records, email, Internet and write reports.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills for proper documentation.
Team oriented with an understanding of organizational culture.
Understanding of and comfortable with transformative change

See document(s) linked below for more information.

Clinical Coordinator Opens PDF file for the Clinical Coordinator, RN position. 

Eastport Facility

Contract/Salaried/Exempt

Experienced, full-time licensed Primary Care Provider sought to work in a busy integrated small rural facility (FQHC), located on the ocean in beautiful Downeast Maine.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Provide evidence based primary health care within EHC Scope of Service (Assess, diagnosis, treatment, evaluate effectiveness of care, and provide preventive health care for EHC Patients of all ages.
Provide primary care services off-site when applicable (ie: home bound patient)
Provide acute care as necessary.
Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Maintains compliance with appropriate licensing regulations.
 Key member of medical team and meets regularly with Department Team to coordinate on Patient care.
 Benefits Include:

Generous paid leave package, including nine paid holidays.
See document(s) linked below for more information.

See document(s) linked below for more information.

Job Description Opens PDF file for the Physician's Assistant or Nurse Practitioner position. 

For more information or to submit a resume, please contact Wanda Burke, HR Coordinator at 207-853-0190 or wburke@eastporthealth.org.