Careers

Description:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Addiction and Mental Health Therapist to join our dedicated healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide clinical behavioral health services in a manner that upholds the health center's mission, quality standards and results in improved health outcomes, overall satisfaction and compliance to operational and fiscal capacity of the health center. The therapist will play a vital role in promoting recovery, resilience, and overall well-being for diverse patient populations.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related mental health field.
• Valid state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in mental health counseling, including individual and group therapy.
• Strong knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and behavioral health principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse client populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialized training in addiction, anger management, or trauma-informed care.
• Experience working with diverse populations including children, adolescents, and adults.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and teletherapy platforms.
• Bilingual abilities or experience working in multicultural settings.

Description:

The Medical Assistant supports physicians as part of the care team by assisting with patient care, counseling, and procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate
• Ability to greet people and be courteous
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) required
• Completion of continuing education credits as required for Medical Assistant certification
• CPR certified

Description:

The pharmacy technician provides vital support in the preparation and dispensing of prescriptions and health-care products. They operate under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of medications to patients.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Current Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy licensure for Pharmacy technician.
• A minimum of one year of pharmacy technician experience or certification.
• Ability to input data on the computer.
• Be able to read prescriptions including recognizing medication names and directions for use.
• Good communication skills with other medical team members and patients.

Description:

Environmental Service Technician I is responsible for the daily housekeeping duties necessary to maintain the superior cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned clinic area(s).

Qualifications:

• Must be capable of taking and following instructions and of working steadily and efficiently and be neat in appearance.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ experience in related field.

Description:  The Staff Physician works as the leader of the patient care team by performing a variety of direct patient services. Patient care responsibilities include patient assessment, determination of diagnosis, development and execution of a treatment plan, and monitoring patient progress.

Qualifications:  

• Graduation from an accredited Allopathic or Osteopathic medical school recognized by the Arkansas State Medical Board with a MD or DO degree.
• Maintain a current and unrestricted licensure to practice in the state of Arkansas.
• Maintain a valid DEA certificate.
• Have sufficient knowledge and experience to competently perform the duties of this position.
• Can relate with effectiveness to patients and other providers of the community health center.
• CPR, PALS (as appropriate), and ACLS training is required and should be kept current.

Description:

The LPN works as part of a care team and assists the physicians; provide nursing and counseling skills to patients, and other procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as an integral member of the healthcare team by providing direct patient care, assisting providers with examinations and procedures, educating patients, and supporting the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Current BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Ability to provide patient education and reinforce provider instructions.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Experience in primary care, family practice, community health, or outpatient clinical settings preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

Description:

The Mid-Level Provider is a nurse practitioner or physician assistant that works as a part of the patient care team performing a variety of direct patient care services. Patient care responsibilities include patient assessment, determination of diagnosis, development and execution of a treatment plan, and monitoring patient progress. Join our mission to improve health and wellness across the Arkansas Delta. Competitive pay, benefits and loan repayment available.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited a Physician Assistant program recognized by the Arkansas State Medical Board or an accredited Nurse Practitioner program recognized by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
• Maintain a current certification and unrestricted licensure to practice in the State of Arkansas.
• Maintain a valid DEA certificate and prescribing authority for the state of Arkansas.
• Have sufficient experience to carry out the duties of this position.
• Must have the ability to relate with effectiveness to patients and other providers and staff of the community health center.
• BLS/CPR, PALS (as required) and ACLS training are required and should be kept current.
• Have a valid collaboration agreement in place with a supervising EAFHC physician.

Description: The Nutritionist promotes health through nutrition by designing, implementing, and teaching nutrition techniques and programs and maintaining third-party reimbursement approvals. Nutritionists will review the physician's diagnosis, and design and implement therapeutic nutritional care plans for patients utilizing general dietetic standards and regulations. They will also educate and provide guidance to staff, patients, and families regarding diet and food plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition, food management, or any other related field. However, higher degrees would offer better opportunities for advancement.
• Registered Dietitian (preferred).
• Awareness of diverse types of properties of food.
• Awareness of public health norms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Awareness of the nutritional content of different types of food.
• Highly organized.

Description:

We are seeking a compassionate physician to provide care for patients with HIV and Hepatitis C in a community health setting. Must be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Practice. Join our mission to improve health and wellness across the Arkansas Delta. Competitive pay, benefits and loan repayment available.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Allopathic or Osteopathic medical school recognized by the Arkansas State Medical Board with a MD or DO degree.
• Maintain a current and unrestricted licensure to practice in the State of Arkansas.
• Maintain a valid DEA certificate
• Have sufficient knowledge and experience to competently perform the duties of this position.
• Have the ability to relate with effectiveness to patients and other providers of the community health center.
• CPR, PALS (as appropriate), and ACLS training is required and should be kept current.

Description:

The Registered Dietitian works collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized nutrition care plans that support patients with chronic diseases and other nutrition-related conditions. This position also participates in community outreach, quality improvement initiatives, and patient education programs to advance our mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

This position plays a vital role in improving the health and well-being of our patients by providing evidence-based nutrition assessment, education, counseling, and disease prevention services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Food Science, or a related field required.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required.
• Current Arkansas Dietitian licensure (or eligibility for licensure) required.
• Completion of an accredited supervised practice program.
• Experience in a clinical, outpatient, community health, or primary care setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and chronic disease management.
• Excellent communication, patient education, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Description:

The Environmental Service Technician II (Medical Transportation Driver) is responsible for the transport of patients to and from hospitals, convalescent facilities, dialysis centers, rehabilitation centers, medical office, and their private home in a safe and professional manner. Drivers will be responsible for keeping the vehicles clean and operable.

Qualifications:

• Must be capable of taking and following instructions and of working steadily and efficiently and be neat in appearance.
• Must be at least 26 years of age or over with a clear driving history.
• Must have basic knowledge of van maintenance and a valid driver’s license.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge is required.
• This employee will be required to lift up 50lbs at times.

Description:

This position is responsible for processing medical and dental insurance claims, resolving billing issues, monitoring unpaid claims, and ensuring accurate reimbursement from patients and third-party payers.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in medical billing, insurance claims processing, or a related healthcare business office role.
• Knowledge of medical and dental insurance claims, including Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance.
• Strong data entry and computer skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

Description:

The behavioral health care manager is a core member of the collaborative care team, including the patient’s medical provider and psychiatric consultant, as well as the larger primary care team or medical team. The behavioral health care manager is responsible for supporting and coordinating the mental and physical health care of patients on an assigned patient caseload with the patient’s medical provider and, when appropriate, other mental health providers.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor/Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Social Worker, Registered Nurse (BSN recommended), Nurse Practitioner, or Licensed Psychologist
• A working background and or education background in Behavioral Health services preferred.
• Ability to interact with other professionals.
• Knowledge of how to document and coordinate program development goals.
• Working knowledge of evidence-based psychosocial treatments and brief behavioral interventions for common mental health disorders, when appropriate (e.g., motivational interviewing, problem-solving treatment, behavioral activation).
• Experience with assessment and treatment planning for common mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Experience with screening for common mental health and/or substance abuse disorders.

Description:

The Environmental Service Technician II (Medical Transportation Driver) is responsible for the transport of patients to and from hospitals, convalescent facilities, dialysis centers, rehabilitation centers, medical office, and their private home in a safe and professional manner. Drivers will be responsible for keeping the vehicles clean and operable.

Qualifications:

• Must be capable of taking and following instructions and of working steadily and efficiently and be neat in appearance.
• Must be at least 26 years of age or over with a clear driving history.
• Must have basic knowledge of van maintenance and a valid driver’s license.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge is required.
• This employee will be required to lift up 50lbs at times.

Description: The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will provide clinical behavioral health services in a manner that upholds the health center’s mission and quality standards, and results in improved health outcomes, overall satisfaction, and compliance to the operational and fiscal capacity of the health center.

Qualifications:

• One of the following: Master’s degree in social work or related field, with a minimum of two years experience as a therapist and a current license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (or working toward licensure); or a Doctoral degree in psychology, with a minimum of two years experience as a therapist and a current license to practice as a Psychologist (or working toward licensure).
• Competency in providing cognitive and behavioral interventions to individuals, families, couples, and groups with behavioral health and/or substance abuse problems in a primary care setting. Substance abuse experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with primary care staff, patients, and other behavioral health clinicians.

Description:

The LPN works as part of a care team and assists the physicians; provides nursing and counseling skills to patients and performs other procedures. The LPN is involved in continuous Quality Improvement practices and measures in which the practice focus is based on a Patient Centered Medical Home model of care.

Qualifications:

• Valid LPN license and certification
• Graduate of a licensed, accredited institution
• Able to counsel and reinforce teaching to patients
• Ability to evaluate and initiate procedures

Description: Provide clinical behavioral health services in a manner that upholds the health center’s mission and quality standards, and results in improved health outcomes, overall satisfaction, and compliance to the operational and fiscal capacity of the health center.

Qualifications:

• • Master’s degree in social work, or related field, with a minimum of two years of experience as a therapist and a current license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (or working toward licensure).
  • Competency in providing cognitive and behavioral interventions to individuals, families, couples, and groups with behavioral health/substance abuse problems in a primary care setting.
  • Preferably substance abuse experience but not required.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with primary care staff, patients, and other behavioral health clinicians.

Description: The Certified Medical Assistant/Laboratory Assistant works as an integral member of the healthcare team, providing clinical, laboratory, and patient support services to assist providers in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This position performs a variety of clinical duties, including assisting with patient examinations and procedures, providing basic nursing support and patient education, performing venipuncture and electrocardiograms (EKGs), collecting and processing specimens, and conducting CLIA-waived and moderate complexity laboratory testing within the scope of certification and training.

Qualifications:

• • High school graduate
  • Ability to greet people and be courteous
  • Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) required.
  • Completion of continuing education credits as required for Medical Assistant certification
  • Specialized training or on the job training with documentation of experience in the laboratory field.
  • CPR certified

Description:

The Mid-Level Provider is a nurse practitioner or physician assistant who works as a part of the patient care team, performing a variety of direct patient care services. Patient care responsibilities include patient assessment, determination of diagnosis, development and execution of a treatment plan, and monitoring patient progress.

Qualifications:  

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program recognized by the Arkansas State Medical Board or an accredited Nurse Practitioner program recognized by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
• Maintain a current certification and unrestricted licensure to practice in the State of Arkansas.
• Maintain a valid DEA certificate and prescribing authority for the state of Arkansas
• Have sufficient experience to carry out the duties of this position.
• Must have the ability to relate effectively with effectiveness to patients and other providers and staff of the community health center.
• BLS/CPR, PALS (as required) and ACLS training are required and should be kept current.
• Have a valid collaboration agreement in place with a supervising EAFHC physician

Description: The LPN works as part of a care team and assists the physicians; provide nursing and counseling skills to patients, and other procedures. The LPN is involved in continuous Quality Improvement practices and measures in which the practice focus is based on a Patient Centered Medical Home model of care.

Qualifications:

• Valid LPN license and certification
• Graduate of a licensed accredited institution
• Able to counsel and reinforce teaching to patients
• Ability to evaluate and initiate procedures

Description:

The Mid-Level Provider is a nurse practitioner or physician assistant who works as a part of the patient care team, performing a variety of direct patient care services. Patient care responsibilities include patient assessment, determination of diagnosis, development and execution of a treatment plan, and monitoring patient progress. Join our mission to improve health and wellness across the Arkansas Delta. Competitive pay, benefits, and loan repayment available.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program recognized by the Arkansas State Medical Board or an accredited Nurse Practitioner program recognized by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
• Maintain a current certification and unrestricted licensure to practice in the State of Arkansas.
• Maintain a valid DEA certificate and prescribing authority for the state of Arkansas
• Have sufficient experience to carry out the duties of this position.
• Must have the ability to relate effectively with effectiveness to patients and other providers and staff of the community health center.
• BLS/CPR, PALS (as required), and ACLS training are required and should be kept current.
• Have a valid collaboration agreement in place with a supervising EAFHC physician

Description:

The Enrollment/Intake Specialist serves as the first point of contact for students, parents, and guardians seeking services through the School-Based Health Center. This position is responsible for coordinating the patient enrollment and intake process, educating patients and families about available services, verifying eligibility, obtaining and maintaining required documentation, and ensuring accurate patient registration in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Have the ability to deal professionally with the public; have knowledge of other agencies involved with human services.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
•  Must have legible handwriting.