Redwoods Rural Health Center

09/11/2025

September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder that disasters can happen anytime. Make sure you’re ready to take care of yourself and your household for at least one week.

Build a basic emergency kit with these essentials:

🔹Water: 1 gallon per person per day (for drinking & sanitation)
🔹Food: A multi-day supply of non-perishable items
🔹First Aid Kit
🔹Battery-powered/hand-crank radio, flashlight, and extra batteries
🔹Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties.
🔹Wrench/pliers to turn off utilities.
🔹 Manual can opener
🔹 Cell phone with charger and backup battery
🔹 Cash

Also include items you use daily, like prescription medications and supplies for pets.

Be ready. Learn more at humboldtgov.org/prepare.

Don’t wait, start building your kit today. It could save your life.

09/11/2025

Thank you to our dedicated staff for your hard work and passion in making high-quality, accessible care a reality every day!

And a huge congratulations as well to our fellow HANC and NCCN members who achieved recognition, including Anderson Valley Health Center, Hill Country Community Clinic, Long Valley Health Center, MCHC Health, Mendocino Coast Clinics, Shasta Cascade Health Center, Shasta Community Health Center, and WeCare.

08/31/2025

September Food Pantry Opportunities

08/26/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring! Full-Time Referral Coordinator & Medical Records Back Up 🌟

Redwoods Rural Health Center is looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented team member to join us as a Referral Coordinator & Medical Records Back Up.

🔹 What you’ll do:
REFERRAL DEPARTMENT:
• Assess the urgent/nonurgent referrals. Complete within designated timeline.
• Determine the necessity of completing diagnostics per specialty requirements.
• Identify and fax all pertinent patient records including insurance information and prior authorization if required.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to address any referral-related issues.
• Notify the patient of the specialist’s name, address and phone number.
• Maintain the referral work queue’s both internal & external, update the status of all processed referrals.
• Maintain both internal and external referrals communications from patients.
• Complete referral follow up’s by internal guidelines.
• Close referral loops after receiving a copy of the specialist’s consult note.

MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK BACKUP:
• Monitor & file all in bound faxes, utilizing the programs in place into patient electronic health records.
• Sorts and scans patients documents accurately in patients’ electronic health record (EHR).
• Electronically files documents into patient EHR.
• Picks up and files urgent medical records from provider offices in the medical clinic.
• Picks up and files paper order forms from the medical clinic.
• Answers and handles in-coming calls.
• Responds promptly to urgent record requests received from outside facilities.
• Responds promptly to urgent in-house provider requests.
• Maintain the accuracy of all patients EHR.
• Complete all duplicates and exceptions documents in a timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year experience in a medical office, hospital; outpatient clinic, hospital or other health care setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Computer literacy
• Intermediate typing skills
• Excellent communicative and organizational skills

INTERPERSONAL
• Listens and communicates well with staff, leadership, providers, and patients
• Works well under pressure and maintains a positive and productive energy-level
• Shows professionalism and poise when dealing with patients, providers, and co-workers
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and a commitment to providing excellent service

💡 This role is perfect for someone organized, supportive, and passionate about helping patients receive the care they need.

✨ Why RRHC?
✔️ Flexible schedules & 4-day work week
(not all positions will qualify for the 4 days work week benefit)
✔️ Competitive pay: $22–$26/hour (DOE)
✔️ Health benefits, paid vacation, holiday, & retirement match
(for full & part time employees working 24+ hrs/wk)
✔️ Work in a supportive, mission-driven environment

📍 Location: In-Person at our Redway location
📧 Apply today! Complete the application at rrhc.org/job-opportunities and email to hr@rrhc.org

👉 Applications will be reviewed carefully, and only qualified candidates will be contacted directly for next steps in the application process.

👉 Join us and make a difference in community health! 💚

RRHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) offering a four-day work week for most positions and competitive compensation packages. For certain positions, we provide loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps. Health benefits, paid time off, and retirement matching, are available to bo...

08/23/2025

Health Advisory: COVID-19 Update

We are seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases in our community. Please be aware that symptoms may resemble other respiratory illnesses and can vary from person to person. Reported symptoms now include:

Fever or chills
Cough
Sore throat
Nasal congestion or runny nose
Headache
Fatigue
Gastrointestinal symptoms (such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea)

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, we ask that you help protect others by:

Wearing a mask in public spaces and healthcare settings
Avoiding unnecessary contact with others until you are well
Practicing regular hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette

Your cooperation helps us safeguard the health of our patients, staff, community, and keep our doors open.

08/22/2025

Kevin details his acupuncture origins on KMUD! Have a listen and follow the link below! Special thanks to KMUD - Redwood Community Radio, Inc. and Kevin!

Kevin Craft, a licensed acupuncturist, recently joined the local medical community, bringing with him an integrative approach that combines Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with Western orthopedic practices. Drawing from his background in sports medicine and his global experiences in countries lik...

08/22/2025

Dr. Fogg sure has a great track record with this patient! Thank you, Dr. Fogg!

08/21/2025

08/20/2025

It's a good feeling when a patient goes out of their way to leave positive feedback for two providers! And a special thanks to Dr. Cook for all his service; next month is coming too quick. We will miss you!

08/19/2025

Another happy and hopefully healthier patient! Thank you, Dr. Scheel!

08/15/2025

Thank you for your hard work and dedication, Jenn!

We appreciate your contributions down here just like your patients do in Fortuna!

08/14/2025

Full-Time Maintenance Technician​​

Redwoods Rural Health Center (RRHC) is seeking a Maintenance Technician, under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, and is responsible for ensuring RRHC’s facilities in Redway and Fortuna are safe, efficient, and well-maintained. This position supports daily operations by performing routine maintenance, minor repairs, landscaping, and facility upkeep for medical, dental, and residential properties. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in providing a functional and welcoming environment for staff, patients, and visitors.

Key duties include performing basic repairs to equipment and building systems, installing fixtures, maintaining HVAC systems, interior and exterior painting, groundskeeping, and implementing energy efficiency upgrades. The Maintenance Technician will also assist with renovation projects, collaborate with contractors, and respond promptly to maintenance requests. This position requires physical stamina, manual dexterity, and the ability to use a variety of tools and equipment safely. Strong communication skills, a solid understanding of safety regulations, and the flexibility to work varied hours are essential to success in this role.

RRHC is an EOE and this position offers a 4-day work week (not all positions will qualify for 4 days a week benefit), and competitive compensation. Health benefits, paid time off and retirement match available for full and part-time employees working over 24+ hours per week. The salary range is $23 to $30 per hour depending on skills and experience.

To start the application process, please submit a completed application located at the top of the page located at https://www.rrhc.org/job-opportunities and email to chswan@rrhc.org or mail to PO Box 769, Redway CA 95560.