Employment

Job Summary:
The position requires the development of knowledge and skills in the areas of community support, discharge planning, and substance use issues. The position also requires the ability to respond appropriately to crisis or emergency situations, including at least basic training in crisis intervention and handling the difficult client. Job duties include providing and coordinating activities to assist and support clients in gaining access to needed medical, social, educational and other services essential to their progress in treatment/recovery.

Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provides case management services to clients referred through the criminal justice system inclusive of orientation, client education, crisis intervention as it arises and referral to appropriate outside agencies.
• Compiles monthly progress reports to referral source.
• Maintains electronic and hard copy case files on all clients that include reports, records, and consultation with other referral sources and social service professionals.
• Implements and adheres to the EPICS model of case management.
• Completes case management plans or individual treatment plans as required.
• Acts as a liaison between client and community resources.
• Observe random drug screens and maintains results.
• Interacts and communicates pertinent authorized information to the local criminal justice system, treatment providers, and all those parties that work with TASC as a service to the client.
• Travels off-site to effectively address the needs of the client.
• Completes no less than twenty (20) hours of mandatory training per year.
• Participates in organized client staffing as needed.
• Maintains productivity in accordance to program expectations.
• Follows all Agency’s policies, procedures and regulations; supports the overall mission and philosophy of the Agency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and CDCA required. Must be able to multi-task, pay attention to detail, and have good organizational skills.

Application Procedure:
Submit application to tarah_lattanzio@meridianhealthcare.net, FAX (330) 797-9146, or by mail: ATTN: T. Lattanzio, Meridian HealthCare, 8255 South Ave., Youngstown, OH 44512. Applications can be obtained at the top right corner of this page.

Meridian HealthCare, a large non-profit integrated healthcare agency with over 280 employees and 13 locations in the Youngstown/Warren, Ohio area, is searching for energetic, detail oriented, dependable individuals, to provide support to patients in our 24-hour residential drug treatment center. Duties to include monitoring patient behaviors, documenting patient activities, transporting patients, etc. We are looking to fill afternoon, midnight and weekend shifts. Full time and Part time positions available.

Qualifications: High school diploma required, valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Residential experience, CDCA and/or knowledge of 12-step recovery preferred. Must become CPR and First Aid certified upon hire.

Application Procedure:
Submit the application to lridge@MeridianHealthCare.net, or by mail: Attn: L. Ridge, Meridian HealthCare, 8255 South Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44512. Applications can be obtained at the top right of this page or the address listed above.

Job Summary:
Due to continued growth, Meridian HealthCare, a large non-profit integrated healthcare agency with over 280 employees and 13 locations in the Youngstown/Warren, Ohio area, is seeking Licensed Inpatient & Outpatient Counselors to join our counseling team. Services to provide include drug/alcohol treatment as well as mental health treatment. Current openings include opportunities working with adolescents or adults in our Outpatient programs or Medication Assisted Treatment program.
Benefits:
• Health, Dental, Life, and LTD benefits (at no cost for employee)
• Starting wage based on level of education, licensure, and experience;
• Additional optional benefits: vision, flexible spending account, etc.
• Pension plan with employer match & immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Leave
• Qualified Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Employer

Counselor Responsibilities and Duties:
• Interviews clients, coordinates assessments, and prepares a narrative summary/bio including problem areas, client strengths, treatment recommendations and diagnosis.
• Recommends level of care for chemical dependency treatment and mental health treatment. Informs clients of alternative treatment services and procedures that are available.
• Develops an initial treatment plan for assigned clients.
• Discharges clients that are accepted in services but who do not attend beyond the assessment process.
• Makes referrals and provides necessary case management consultation, correspondence and advocacy to optimize client’s accessibility to needed services that are not provided by the Agency.
• Facilitates group counseling and completes appropriate and timely documentation.
• Provides individual counseling, updates Behavioral Health Service Plan as needed and completes appropriate and timely documentation.
• Participates in individual and department supervision and presents client cases on an as needed basis in clinical supervision meetings.
• Complete all documentation in a timely manner in accordance to Agency policy and provides necessary data for statistical and billing purposes.
• Achieves and maintain the Agency’s established productivity standards.

Qualifications:
Master’s Degree and Ohio licensure (LSW/LISW or LPC/LPCC) required. Competency or training in chemical dependency treatment preferred. Interns welcomed to apply as we will also consider Counseling/Social Work students close to graduation.
Application Procedure:
Submit resume/application to hr@MeridianHealthCare.net, FAX: (330) 797-9148 or by mail: Attn: T. Lattanzio, Meridian HealthCare, 8255 South Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44512. Applications can be obtained at the top right corner of this page.

Job Summary:
Meridian HealthCare, a large non-profit integrated healthcare agency with over 280 employees and 13 locations in the Youngstown/Warren, Ohio area, is searching for a Receptionist for our Medication Assisted Treatment Program in our Warren office.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Receptionist
• Handles financial transactions in regards to taking payments, issuing receipts, and making payment arrangements.
• Accepts the reports from the Medication Assisted Treatment Program Committee when clients are no longer eligible for Medicaid, enters the information into Towers, and advises clients of their self-pay status.
• Checks in all clients and advises them of random drug screens, appointments with the physician or need to see a counselor.
• Verifies patient information, including updating insurance and demographics, and makes any necessary changes in NextGen.
• Enters all payments into NextGen and submits a balanced cash log at the end of the shift, and maintains the change necessary for the next day.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality and ensures patient privacy in regard to both conversation and written documents.
• Answers phones in a professional and curious manner, and checks voicemails on a regular basis throughout the day in order to forward any messages or calls as necessary.
• Monitors and collects various urine drug screens under chain of custody procedure.
• Performs Breath Alcohol Analysis as a trained B.A.T. (Breath Alcohol Technician).
• Maintains inventories and stocks of Lab Prep area.
• Participates in Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure/Chemical Hygiene Training.
• Participates in staff development program according to Agency policies and procedures.
• Reports all unusual incidents and accidents according to Agency procedures.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Education in Office Practices and/or one year customer service/multi-line phone experience preferred; computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher) required.
Benefits:
Free Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Generous paid leave program, employer matched pension plan, professional training series and wellness program for all employees.
Application Procedure:
Submit application to Tarah_lattanzio@MeridianHealthCare.net, FAX: (330) 797-9148 or by mail: Attn: T. Lattanzio, Meridian HealthCare, 527 N. Meridian Road, Youngstown, OH 44509. Applications can be obtained at the top right corner of this page.

Meridian HealthCare, a large non-profit integrated healthcare agency with over 280 employees and 13 locations in the Youngstown/Warren, Ohio area, is searching for a Medical Billing and Coding Specialist to work in our Boardman office.
Responsibilities and Duties:

• Performs initial charge review to determine appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes to be used.
• Accurately assign CPT and ICD-10 coding to services provided.
• Enters services into billing software.
• Data entry of patient info.
• Assists with follow-up on Medicaid, MCO, Medicare, and Third Party claims.
• Monitors and follows up to ensure all services that can be billed are captured and coded for billing.
• Verifies insurance eligibility.
• Assists in all other Accounts Receivables as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CPC certification required
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Medical Billing required
• Minimum of 2 years’ Coding experience within a primary care practice or hospital required
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Publisher) required.
• Strong organizational/interpersonal skills and professional telephone etiquette skills are required.
• Must pay attention to detail, and be able to multi-task.
Benefits:
Free Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Generous paid leave program, employer matched pension plan, professional training series and wellness program for all employees.
Application Procedure:
Submit application to Tarah_Lattanzio@MeridianHealthCare.net or by mail: Attn: T. Lattanzio, Meridian HealthCare, 8255 South Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44512. Applications can be obtained at the top right corner of this page.

JOB SUMMARY: Part time and Full time
Due to expansion of services, Meridian HealthCare, a large non-profit integrated healthcare agency with over 280 employees and 13 locations in the Youngstown/Warren, Ohio area, is searching for a Patient Service Specialist to work at our Main campus in Youngstown, Ohio.
The desired candidate will provide a comprehensive, proactive, and “Patient First” experience for our patients and visitors. Demonstrates outstanding customer service skills and uses evolving technology to manage a wide range of patient requests including appointment scheduling, patient’s registration, wayfinding, answering general questions and meeting needs. Always represents Meridian Healthcare in a professional, caring and helpful manner. Ensures stellar and efficient patient experience while reducing financial loss and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities and Duties:
• Creates a welcoming and professional environment for our patients and visitors by demonstrating exceptional customer service based upon expected service behaviors.
• Proactively manages needs of patients and visitors in our waiting areas, seeking opportunities to react with patients by actively greeting patients and resolving patient issues.
• Performs patient registration, pre-visit, insurance verification, scheduling, arrival desk and/or departure desk activities according to standards and guidelines ensuring accuracy and an outstanding patient experience.
• Follows standards and guidelines for telephone etiquette and service when interacting with patients over the phone.
• Performs point of service activities: visit preparation, co-pay collection, patient tracking and record tracking ensuring accuracy and an outstanding patient experience.
• Recruits, enrolls, and educates patients on NG Patient Portal impacting utilization rates and enhancing the patient experience.
• Encourages patient utilization of front-end technology, provides guidance, encouragement, education and hands-on training.
• Supports front-end technology utilization to promote understanding and comfort level in use by caregivers and providers.
• Processes the workflow for the day
• Supports and participates in process improvement efforts
• Relays staff messaging
• Effectively collaborates and communicates with clinical staff, i.e. providers, nurses and other support staff
• Supports and adheres to compliance policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Education:
• High School Diploma or GED required
Work Experience:
• Minimum two years of patient registration, appointment scheduling, insurance processing or customer service/concierge experience required
• Demonstrated experience in providing exceptional customer service and conflict resolution
• Associates degree may substitute for one year of experience
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for the experience requirement
Physical Requirements:
• Dexterity sufficient to operate a PC and other office equipment
• Requires extended periods of standing, walking or sitting
• Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision
• Must be able to navigate various locations and functions in a fast-paced hectic environment
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds
Complexity of work:
• Ability to perform basic math sufficient to process insurance co-pays
• Working knowledge of PC window applications sufficient to input and retrieve data
• Ability to partner with others as needed to troubleshoot and resolve general technology issues
• Must be able to type a minimum for 30 words per minute or demonstrable personal computer keyboard skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• A desire and commitment to provide the highest level of satisfaction in quality service, caring and compassion to patients, their families and visitors
• Excellent communication and organizational skill are essential in order to successfully communicate with a diverse patient population and workforce
• High level of customer service experience, exemplary interpersonal skills and ability to interact with patients and families in a wide variety of sensitive situations
• Interest in learning new technology and troubleshooting to resolve minor technical issues
• Easily adapts to changing technology, policies, procedures and processes
• Demonstrated interest in process improvement or adopting new processes and or technology
• Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret medical insurance information
• Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an often-hectic environment
• Demonstrated independent thinking and problem-solving skills, ability to exercise judgement to triage issues and concerns
• Demonstrate ability to switch from one task to another successfully in a fast-paced, ever changing environment

BENEFITS: Generous paid leave program, employer matched pension plan, wellness program etc.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit application to humanresources@MeridianHealthCare.net, FAX: (330) 797-9146 or by mail: Attn: HR, Meridian HealthCare, 8255 South Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44512. Applications can be obtained at the top right corner of this page.

Due to continued growth, Meridian HealthCare, a large non-profit integrated healthcare agency with over 280 employees and 13 locations in the Youngstown/Warren, Ohio area, is searching for PRN LPN’s to work at our Detox unit in Youngstown.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Administers Detox medication under the supervision of the Director of Nursing/Director of Medical Services as ordered by the Opioid Agonist Clinic Director/Physician following all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to ordering, administration, documentation and accountability of the Schedule II narcotic drug.
• Performs a visual assessment of each Detox client on a daily basis observing for symptoms of constricted pupils, staggering gait, slurred speech or other unusual signs. Should there be doubt on the part of the L.P.N. about medicating the client, the Opioid Agonist Clinic Director/Physician shall be contacted for a possible decrease in, or elimination of the Methadone dose for the day in question. In the event the Opioid Agonist Clinic Director/Physician is not available, the L.P.N. shall consult with the Director of Nursing or Director of Medical Services.
• Monitors clients for Urine Drug Screens following established Chain of Custody Procedure.
• On an on-going basis, collaborates with staff of other clinical departments within the Agency to afford a team approach to client care promoting continuity and unified goal setting.
• Following in service and successful return demonstrations, performs special procedures such as Electrocardiograms, Venipuncture, Cultures, Suture Removal, TB Skin Testing, Urine Pregnancy Testing, Venereal Disease Testing, Dressing Changes, Eye Distant Examinations, Audiometer Testing, and Pulmonary Function Studies.
• Assists the physician as needed in the performance of special medical procedures.
• Provides home-going medications as directed by the physician.
• Provides patient education and health teaching relative to patient care, as directed by the Physician.
QUALIFICATIONS: Current Ohio L.P.N. Nursing License and Ohio Pharmacology License required. C.P.R. Certification or willing to complete certification required. Knowledge of Chemical Dependency preferred. Applications can be obtained at the top right of this page or the address listed above.