Employment Opportunities
Our patients receive integrated, comprehensive health care in state-of-the-art facilities. We make it convenient for patients to get primary medical care in the same location as behavioral health, dental, vision, nutrition services & WIC, pharmacy, and chiropractic care. We treat every member of the family during every stage of life.
Our patients need us and we are eager to fill several positions. We’re looking for caring, dedicated, passionate individuals ready to join an enthusiastic, hard-working team. Scroll to find open positions and click for more details.
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Medical
Operations Specialist - Front Desk, Scheduler, Medical Records
Do you provide exceptional customer service?
If so, Family Care Health Centers is interested in getting to know you more as a candidate!
COVID vaccine, Flu Vaccine, and TB Screening are required for employment with FCHC.
Our Health Operations team is looking for top talent in Metro St. Louis to work as an Operations Specialist! As a member of the Operations team, you have the opportunity to learn different aspects of the health care field. This includes being cross trained to work as a(n): Operator, Front Desk Receptionist, Appointment Scheduler, Correspondence Clerk, or Medical Records Clerk. Here at FCHC it is our mission to provide affordable and accessible comprehensive primary care services to anyone, with an emphasis on the medically underserved, and to train a primary care workforce in order to promote the general health of the service area.
Responsibilities:
- Handling all telephone system changes, ie. Telephone numbers, changing messages, as well as acting a system troubleshooter.
- Receiving and answering all incoming phone calls, scheduling patient appointments, and creating tasks with detailed messages for all staff.
- Screening calls for providers and routing them to the appropriate clinical staff.
- Greeting incoming patients and visitors utilizing excellent customer service skills
- Ensures that consent forms are completed by patients annually.
- Obtains financial documentation from each patient/family unit to acquire information for the Center’s Sliding Fee Scale Program.
- Utilizes the telephone and paging system to help patients receive services they need.
- Creates and updates patient Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Assist patients in participating in special programs by giving out applications and assisting patients in the completion of applications.
- Payment collections
- Schedules appointments for patients in person or via telephone, monitors cancellations, and reschedules appointments.
- Log all incoming and outgoing requests for information about the patient’s HER.
- Copy patient charts as requested and notify Custodian of Records immediately when patient charts are requested from an outside source.
Certified Medical Assistant
Family Care Health Centers is looking for FULL-TIME (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) and PART-TIME (12:00 PM to 6:00 PM) Medical Assistants to work as an integral role in our Health Operations department. At Family Care Health Centers we work to provide affordable and accessible comprehensive primary care services to anyone, with emphasis on the medically underserved, and to train a primary care workforce to promote the general health of our community members.
Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 5:00. Medical Assistants will work a 40 hour work week with 8 hour shifts per day.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference within your community, please apply TODAY!
Medical Assistants are vital to our Health Operations team as they are responsible for assisting the primary care providers in the provision of care delivery and is an integral part of team-based care in conjunction with transformation to a patient centered medical home. The ideal candidates must be enthusiastic, motivated, hard-working, able to multi-task, have a great attitude, and must be a rapid learner.
Master Scheduler & Call Center Lead
Join Our Team as a Master Scheduler & Call Center Lead – Make an Impact in Healthcare!
Are you someone who enjoys helping others and providing excellent customer service? Do you have experience in scheduling or managing phone calls? If so, Family Care Health Centers (FCHC) wants you to be part of our team as a Master Scheduler ~ Call Center Lead!
In this important role, you’ll be the go-to person who connects patients, staff, and healthcare professionals, making sure everyone’s needs are met. As a leader in our Operations team, you’ll also get training in different areas, making this a great opportunity for someone who likes variety and wants to grow their skills.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage Scheduling: Create and update schedules for providers, patients, and the health center to keep things running smoothly.
- Customer Service: Be the first point of contact for patients and staff, answering questions and making sure everyone’s needs are taken care of.
- Phone Management: Answer and direct calls, help patients with questions, and make sure things are taken care of quickly and accurately.
- Track Appointments: Monitor appointments, cancellations, and no-shows. Follow up to make sure everything is on track.
- Train & Lead: Create training materials for new team members and lead training sessions to ensure everyone is prepared to do their job well.
Why You Should Apply:
- Leadership Opportunity: Take charge of the scheduling and call center operations, leading a team that helps keep everything organized.
- Help the Community: You’ll play an important role in making sure patients get the care they need by keeping appointments on track.
- Room to Grow: You’ll have the chance to learn new skills, get cross-trained in different areas, and move up in your career.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: 10+ years working in a medical office or a similar customer service job.
- Education: High School Diploma is required; a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Management is a plus, but not necessary.
- Skills: Comfortable managing call center operations and creating schedules for a busy office.
- Customer Service: Must be friendly, helpful, and able to communicate well with patients and staff.
- Tech Skills: Experience with data entry and using scheduling systems. You should be able to type at least 40 words per minute and be familiar with medical scheduling software.
Registered Nurse (RN) Women's Health (OB/GYN)
Do you pride yourself on your clinical skills?
Are you someone who thrives in a fast paced work environment?
If so, Family Care Health Centers is seeking a full-time experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with Women’s Health (OB/GYN) experience preferred to work as an integral role in our growing health care team environment! FCHC provides the highest quality of primary care services to its patients in a dynamic setting. The Registered Nurse (RN), in collaboration with the health care team, is accountable for assisting our patients toward their highest level of health. Position requires to work a full-time schedule, Day Shift ~ Monday through Friday, and no holidays or weekends.
The Registered Nurse (RN) position works closely with designated care teams which includes residents and attending physicians. to plan and implement care, including patient education, care management, triage, medication reconciliation and other duties.
Qualifications:
- BSN- PREFERRED
- Active RN license – MO – REQUIRED
- 2 years experience as a professional RN – Women’s Health (OB/GYN) – REQUIRED.
- Primary Care/Community Health work experience – PREFERRED.
- Bi-lingual skills a plus!
- Willing to work a full-time schedule
- Computer literate a must
- Ability to function effectively in a team environment with a positive/energetic approach
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Dental
Dentist
As a Federally Qualified Health Center, FCHC Dentists are eligible for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment program. This program repays up to $50K for just two years of service!
As a member of FCHC, the Dentist is responsible for overseeing the development, management, and provision of primary oral health services and education. It is also the responsibility of the Dentist to provide comprehensive dental care including examination, diagnosis, treatment, patient counseling, referral, and follow-up.
Dental Hygienist
As a Federally Qualified Health Center, FCHC Dental Hygienist are eligible for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment program. This program repays up to $50K for just two years of service!
Family Care Health Centers is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our dental team. As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide dental prophylaxis to patients and educate patients about the need for proper oral hygiene care, as well as, assist the Dentist in the delivery of other oral health services in accordance with Missouri Dental Board Dental Practice Act and Rules ~ State of Missouri.
Behavioral Health
Psychiatrist
About Us:
Family Care Health Centers (FCHC) is a leading Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing accessible, affordable, and comprehensive primary care services to individuals in medically underserved communities. Our mission is not only to deliver high-quality healthcare but also to train a diverse primary care workforce that promotes the overall health of the populations we serve.
We are excited to expand our Behavioral Health (BH) services and are looking for a dedicated Psychiatrist to join our growing team. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and working in a collaborative, community-centered environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Overview:
As a Psychiatrist at Family Care Health Centers, you will play a key role in providing psychiatric services to patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and medication management. You will work closely with our Behavioral Health team to ensure comprehensive care for individuals in need. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychiatric assessments, make diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
- Provide crisis intervention, acute treatment, and long-term medication management.
- Obtain informed consent for treatment, involving surrogate decision-makers when appropriate.
- Deliver emergency psychiatric services to outpatient clients during contracted hours.
- Educate patients and their families on diagnoses and medication options.
- Refer patients to community resources such as vocational rehabilitation and support services.
- Consult with other members of the Behavioral Health team on diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care.
- Assist in establishing psychiatric programs, protocols, and policies within the BH department.
Qualifications:
- Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) with a valid license to practice in the State of Missouri.
- Current DEA and BNDD certifications.
- Enrollment in Medicare and Medicaid programs, including a valid Medicare UPIN.
- Successful completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program.
- Board certification in Psychiatry.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Psychiatry (preferred).
- Previous experience or a strong interest in working in an urban healthcare setting (preferred).
- Active membership in relevant medical specialties is a plus.
Ready to make a difference?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply today
Behavioral Health Care Manager (Pediatrics)
Do you pride yourself on your ability to assist patients with navigating through their behaviors, life goals, and their health goals?
Are you interested in working with a diverse group of patients?
If so, Family Care Health Centers is looking to add a Behavioral Health Care Manager (Pediatrics) to our Behavioral Health team. As a Behavioral Health Care Manager (Pediatrics) you are responsible for providing care management for patients of FCHC and for clinical supervision of non-licensed care managers. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Function as the BH Care Manager within the integrated primary care and behavioral health team.
- In coordination with the BHC and Primary Care Provider (PCP), enroll eligible and interested patients into the Circle of Care project.
- Once the patient is enrolled, track patient progress towards grant outcomes.
- As often as clinically appropriate, face-to-face visits and telephone calls with Circle of Care patients and other members of the patient’s network over the course of their enrollment in the project (3 to 12 months).
- Establish and maintain patient registry to monitor clinical outcomes as well as key processes of care.
- Arrange for inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programs as needed.
- Attend care team meetings and document clinical information/decision-making in the patient registry.
- Facilitate referrals to other outpatient therapists as indicated.
- Facilitate referrals to psychiatry as needed.
- Bill Care management services when appropriate.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work – REQUIRED.
- LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) – REQUIRED.
- Minimum of two (2) years experience working in the field of social work or behavioral health care is ~ REQUIRED.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are ~ REQUIRED.
Behavioral Health Care Manager (Adult)
Do you pride yourself on your ability to assist patients with navigating through their behaviors, life goals, and their health goals?
Are you interested in working with a diverse group of patients?
If so, Family Care Health Centers is looking to add two (2) Behavioral Health Care Manager (Adult) to our Behavioral Health team. As a Behavioral Health Care Manager (Adult) you are responsible for providing care management for patients of FCHC and for clinical supervision of non-licensed care managers. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Function as the BH Care Manager within the integrated primary care and behavioral health team.
- In coordination with the BHC and Primary Care Provider (PCP), enroll eligible and interested patients into the Circle of Care project.
- Once the patient is enrolled, track patient progress towards grant outcomes.
- As often as clinically appropriate, face-to-face visits and telephone calls with Circle of Care patients and other members of the patient’s network over the course of their enrollment in the project (3 to 12 months).
- Establish and maintain patient registry to monitor clinical outcomes as well as key processes of care.
- Arrange for inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programs as needed.
- Attend care team meetings and document clinical information/decision-making in the patient registry.
- Facilitate referrals to other outpatient therapists as indicated.
- Facilitate referrals to psychiatry as needed.
- Bill Care management services when appropriate.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work – REQUIRED.
- LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) – REQUIRED.
- Minimum of two (2) years experience working in the field of social work or behavioral health care is ~ REQUIRED.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are ~ REQUIRED.
Behavioral Health Consultant (Adult) - LCSW
Are you a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) passionate about providing behavioral health care to underserved adult populations? If so, Family Care Health Centers (FCHC) is looking for an experienced Behavioral Health Consultant to join our team. In this critical role, you will collaborate with primary care providers and other healthcare professionals to offer same-day behavioral health assessments, interventions, and support for our adult patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Primary Care Providers (PCPs), Behavioral Health Care Managers, Registered Nurses (RNs), Medical Assistants (MAs), and Community Health Workers (CHWs) to provide comprehensive, integrated behavioral health care services.
- Deliver same-day behavioral health consultations for adult patients, including assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and brief interventions, as requested by the PCP.
- Present on behavioral health topics to PCPs and other healthcare team members to promote better understanding and integration of behavioral health in primary care.
- Supervise Graduate Social Work students or LMSWs, if applicable.
Clinical Practice Skills:
- Accurately define behavioral health concerns and implement best practice interventions swiftly and effectively.
- Conduct thorough assessments with a deep understanding of DSM-5-TR, family systems, the relationship between physical and mental health, and the impact of trauma on adult patients.
Consultation Skills:
- Tailor behavioral health recommendations to fit the primary care setting, ensuring alignment with the PCP’s approach to behavioral health treatment.
- Provide effective curbside consultations to PCPs on complex cases.
- Utilize expertise in behavioral health medications to support PCPs in managing complex behavioral health conditions, including substance use disorders, with additional collaboration with psychiatry services (internally, MOCPAP).
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work – Required.
- Active Missouri state license (LCSW) – Required.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in social work or behavioral health care, preferably in an adult care setting – Preferred.
- Experience or strong desire to work in an urban community health setting – Preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills – Required.
If you are an experienced LCSW with a passion for serving adult populations in need of integrated behavioral health care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team at Family Care Health Centers. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Pharmacy
No current job openings
Nutrition Services
Community Dietitian
Are you passionate about connecting with community members and providing them with the best care and services possible? If so, Family Care Health Centers is looking to add a FULL-TIME Community Dietitian to our Nutrition Services Department. At Family Care Health Centers we work to provide affordable and accessible comprehensive primary care services to anyone, with emphasis on the medically underserved, and to train a primary care workforce to promote the general health of our community members.
Does this sound like something you would want to be a part of?
If so, apply for our opening TODAY!
COVID vaccine, Flu Vaccine, and TB Screening are required for employment with FCHC.
Community Dietitians are vital to our Community Health Center as they provide Medical Nutrition Therapy services to patients of all ages.
Core Responsibilities:
· Provide participant-centered nutrition assessment, education, and counseling for health center patients and individuals enrolled in the WIC program.
· Assist in the development and implementation of WIC Local Agency Plan to maintain WIC caseload and improve health outcomes of WIC population.
· Provide support to promote and protect breastfeeding as an optimal infant feeding practice.
· Collaborate with other medical professionals to best meet the needs of the patient.
· Serve as preceptor to dietetic interns.
Family Care Health Centers provides funding for Continuing Education credits for active Dietitians within our organization.
Qualifications:
· Registered Dietitian or RD eligible – REQUIRED.
· License in the State of Missouri – REQUIRED.
· One or two years’ experience in a community health setting – PREFERRED.
Community Health
No current job openings
Administrative Support
Medical Coding Specialist
Join Our Team as a Medical Coding Specialist!
Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for healthcare and coding? We have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Coding Specialist to join our team! In this important role, you will ensure accurate coding of healthcare claims to facilitate timely reimbursements from insurance companies and government programs. We’re looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and ready to make an impact!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Analyze and Code: Review provider documentation to accurately assign codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures.
- Compliance and Accuracy: Ensure codes meet legal and insurance requirements and confirm all necessary authorizations are in place before submission.
- Appeals Management: Review denied patient claims, evaluate appeal options, and re-file as necessary.
- Error Identification: Spot and report error patterns, ensuring any mistakes are corrected promptly.
- Collaboration: Work with medical providers to clarify documentation and avoid misinterpretations.
- A/R Management: Enter payments and adjustments into our A/R system accurately and efficiently.
- Ensure Billing Timeliness: Support the timely and accurate submission of all electronic claims.
- Confidentiality: Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA, federal regulations, and Family Care Health Centers policies.
What You Bring:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Medical Coding or related field – REQUIRED.
- Certification: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required. Coding certification from AHIMA or AAPC is a plus!
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in medical coding.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to meet deadlines efficiently.
Financial Accountant - Accounts Payable
FCHC is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Financial Accountant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely processing of accounts payable, and supporting various financial functions. If you have a strong attention to detail, a passion for numbers, and are ready to contribute to a well-established organization, we invite you to apply!
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management:
- Accurately record daily Pharmacy sales and reconciliation reports in Excel, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
- Maintain and update grant records and process invoicing as assigned, ensuring compliance with all requirements.
- Assist with end-of-month and fiscal year-end closing tasks, including preparing documentation for external audits, answering inquiries, and supporting audit activities.
- Support financial projections by comparing actual results to the budget and preparing variance analysis as needed.
Accounts Payable:
- Process accounts payable bi-weekly, ensuring that all invoices, expense reports, petty cash reimbursements, and check requests are accurately reviewed, approved, and entered into the system.
- Prioritize invoice payments to take advantage of cash discounts and avoid penalties, while adhering to established payment terms.
- Assign correct vendor numbers, general ledger codes, and ensure all information is up-to-date in the system.
- Monitor past due balances, prevent duplicate payments, and maintain strong communication with vendors regarding payment statuses.
- Prepare checks and initiate online payments, ensuring proper documentation and timely execution.
- Reconcile accounts payable on a monthly basis and assist with the preparation of annual 1099 forms.
- Provide documentation and support for the annual audit process.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate records of invoices and prepaids, ensuring proper filing and organization.
- Assist with the storage of prior year accounts payable files (on-site or off-site) for future reference.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, or
- Five (5) years or more of accounting work experience related to financial statement preparation and financial analysis required.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience with Sage 300 Accounting Software and other accounting systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Excel and other financial software tools.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with vendors and internal teams.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in accounts payable and financial reporting preferred.