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University of New Mexico

Health Extension Regional Ofcr

$5.9K - $8.4K/mo

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Health Extension Regional Ofcr Working Title - Health Extension Regional Ofcr Position Grade - 15 Position Summary - Under limited supervision, develops, plans, oversees, and implements strategies ...

University of New Mexico

Health Extension Regional Ofcr

$5.9K - $8.4K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Health Extension Regional Ofcr Working Title - Health Extension Regional Ofcr Position Grade - 15 Position Summary - Under limited supervision, develops, plans, oversees, and implements strategies ...

NCSU

Produce Prescription Extension Associate

Raleigh, NC

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

NC State is working to improve health equity in ten central and eastern NC counties. A primary goal ... The Extension Associate will also lead the communication efforts with community stakeholders. The ...

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Charleston, SC · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

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  • Dental

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Located at MUSC Health's extension hospital, 8D EH is a 13-bed inpatient adult acute med-surg unit open 24/7. 8D EH is designed to accommodate medical and surgical patients from general or family ...

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What is the difference between Health Extension vs Community Health Worker?

AspectHealth ExtensionCommunity Health Worker
CredentialsTypically requires a certificate or associate degree in health-related fieldsOften requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may need certification
Work EnvironmentCommunity clinics, health departments, outreach programsCommunity settings, homes, clinics, outreach events
Employer & IndustryPublic health agencies, non-profits, government programsHealthcare organizations, non-profits, government health initiatives

Health Extension workers and Community Health Workers both serve in community health settings, often sharing similar roles in outreach and education. However, Health Extension workers typically have more formal health-related training and certifications, working within public health programs, while Community Health Workers often have less formal education but focus on connecting communities with healthcare services. Both roles are vital in improving public health outcomes.

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Health Extension Regional Ofcr

University of New Mexico

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$5.9K - $8.4K/mo

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

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Health Extension Regional Ofcr

Working Title - Health Extension Regional Ofcr

Position Grade - 15

Position Summary - Under limited supervision, develops, plans, oversees, and implements strategies and initiatives of the Health Extension Regional Office (HERO) for a specific geographic region and/or ethnic population of the state. The applicant must reside in San Juan or McKinley County, New Mexico, and possess demonstrated experience working with communities and community-based organizations in San Juan and/or McKinley counties. Integrates the various missions of the UNM Health Sciences Center (HSC) in urban, rural, and underserved communities and promotes opportunities to enhance the efficiency and delivery of clinical, educational, and research services to specified populations. Collaborates closely with key community partners to improve health and advance health equity in New Mexico. Serves as a key representative between the UNM HSC and the communities of San Juan and McKinley counties, driving alignment between community priorities and University resources, programs, and services.

Conditions of Employment

Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Social Drivers of Health needsExperience working in higher education or health care or stateExperience working with the community

Additional Requirements

Campus - Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department - VP for Comm Health Administration (196A)

Employment Type - Staff

Staff Type - Term - Full-Time

Term End Date - 06/30/2027

Status - Exempt

Pay - Monthly: $5,903.73 - $8,450.00

Benefits Eligible - This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement - As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required - Yes

For Best Consideration Date - 8/5/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive

Eligible for Remote Work - Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement - This position will be fully remote within the state of New Mexico

Application Instructions - Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include a resume detailing your full work history.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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