Tobacco Cessation Interventionist

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Type of Position:
Professional Staff – Project/Program Administration

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:
ICE IMSL Tobacco Cessation

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
Tobacco Cessation Counselling and Follow Up (65%)
Provides high quality tobacco cessation support and pharmacological advice in accordance with the Centers of Disease Control Tobacco Cessation Guidelines to those wishing to stop tobacco product use.
Provides regular follow up with (face to face, telephone, test, My Chart and Teams, etc) to clients committed to tobacco cessation.
Responds to client’s phone calls and requests for information within 24 hours.
Documents all client interactions in patients EMR.
Maintains and analysis outcome data to identify opportunities for program improvement.
Explores opportunities for tobacco cessation grant funding and submits proposals.
Improves UAMS and community awareness of Tobacco Cessation opportunities (10%)
Promotes Tobacco Cessation programs to clinics and other groups to ensure adequate client numbers, including face to face outreach, production/display of advertising materials, and other promotional initiatives.
Promotes Tobacco Cessation efforts of employees at UAMS by regularly engaging with staff members at UAMS locations

Qualifications:

Education, general: Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare or related field.  Five years Tobacco Cessation experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree.

Education, special or professional:

Experience, length in years and kind: One year of Tobacco Cessation Coaching/Counselling Experience;

Licenses, certificates, or registration:  Tobacco Treatment Specialist Certification

Special knowledge, abilities and skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desired or Preferred Qualifications or Competencies (non-essential the applicant have at the time of hire) Course work in grant writing and/or grant management

Education, general:

Education, special or professional: Course work in grant writing and administration

Experience, length in years and kind: 

Licenses, certificates, or registration: Tobacco Treatment Specialist Certification

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:
In state travel will be required with this position.

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes