Axis Health System

Rick, Morgan, and Farrell, team members from our community-based programs team, were excited to join Region 9 Economic Development Dist. of SW Colorado and our partners from around the community at the Colorado Opioid Conference. Thanks to Colorado Attorney General's Office, Phil Weiser, for putting on this important event.

Exciting opportunity alert! Axis Health System is expanding its team across the southwest Colorado region, and we're looking for dedicated Patient Experience Specialist Front Desk professionals to join us. In this pivotal role, you'll be the first point of contact for our patients, delivering exceptional service and shaping positive patient experiences every day. Your key responsibilities will include administrative support tasks like patient registration, electronic health records management, and payment processing. Excellent communication skills are a must, as you'll be interacting with patients and staff through various channels. Being organized and detail-oriented will help you thrive in our dynamic healthcare environment. This is also a chance to be part of a team that's all about collaboration, a cooperative work environment, and a whole-person care approach. We're looking for people who bring innovative ideas to the table, helping us continuously improve our patient services and operational efficiency. If you have some customer service experience and you're ready for your next career step, this entry-level role could be the perfect fit. And remember, at Axis, we're committed to offering opportunities for growth and development. Join us and be a vital part of patient-centered care at Axis! Positions are available in Durango, Montrose, Dove Creek, Gunnison, and Delta. Don’t see a location near you? Upload your resume! #JobOpportunity #FrontDesk #AxisHealthSystem #PatientExperience #CustomerService #AdministrativeSupport #HealthcareJobs https://lnkd.in/gbUTpgKc

Our phones are back up and running, and our team is working to respond to you as quickly as possible. If you have any questions or concerns or need support, please reach out or leave us a voicemail, and we will return your call. Thank you for your patience. We look forward to hearing from you and continuing to support your health and well-being. For emergency medical needs, please dial 911. If you have any urgent behavioral health needs, contact our 24/7 Axis Care Line at 970.247.5245. 

Meet Farrell White, a peer recovery specialist at Durango Integrated Healthcare, who is making a profound impact on our community and patients. After witnessing the impact of substance use in the restaurant industry, where she worked for over 11 years, she chose to be part of the solution. Farrell celebrated nine years of sustained recovery from opioids on August 15.🎉 We want to share a big CONGRATS to Farrell on this milestone!! Her role, funded by the State Opioid and Stimulant Response (SOR) Grant, focuses on educating about and providing access to Naloxone (Narcan/Kloxxado). Farrell is dedicated to supporting individuals in recovery from opioid and stimulant addictions. Farrell collaborates closely with Axis’ Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment Program (IDDT), Jail-based Behavioral Health, and Jail Transition programs. The IDDT model, endorsed by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, supports individuals with severe mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. Her Vision for 2025: Farrell's ambitious goal is to have naloxone available in every business across Durango. "I want to cultivate a culture where the community feels secure knowing that wherever they are in town, they can obtain naloxone to help someone in need,” she shared. Upcoming Events Farrell is organizing an event for Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, 2024, at the Durango Farmers Market from 8am-12pm. The event will feature a memorial wall to honor those we've lost to overdoses, along with resources and striking statistics. You can submit photos of your loved ones through the link below. Additionally, in collaboration with Southwest Paintball, Farrell is planning a paintball day for individuals in recovery. Engaging in new hobbies is a protective factor in early recovery, providing a fun and supportive environment for team-building. Farrell is eager to collaborate with team members and the community. Feel free to reach out to her anytime for collaboration or support. Send a note to [email protected] to connect with Farrell https://lnkd.in/eJBeYVTp #AxisHealthSystem #DurangoIntegratedHealthcare #OverdoseAwarenessDay #Naloxone #CommunitySupport #RecoveryJourney

Important Update: A boil water and reduced usage alert has been issued due to a significant water main break in the Town of Dove Creek on Tuesday, August 13. Effective immediately, all water sources in Dove Creek are deemed non-potable, and a "do not drink" notice is in place. In light of this situation, Axis' Dove Creek Integrated Healthcare location is closed, effective at 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13. Our top priorities are the safety and well-being of our patients, staff, and the community. We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as they become available. During this time, we encourage all residents to follow the boil water advisory and reduce water usage to ensure safety. Always prioritize safety, and do not consume any tap water unless it has been boiled or deemed safe by local health authorities. https://lnkd.in/eDyC_4jc For those requiring medical attention or crisis care, please contact Cortez Integrated Healthcare locations at 970.565.7946 or our Axis Care Line at 970.247.5245. DOLORES COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH Town of Dove Creek

Meet Amber Goldberg, who brings a unique blend of discipline, empathy, and expertise to her new role as a Wellness Coach at Axis. Hailing from New Hampshire, Amber grew up in Pagosa Springs and currently resides in Lewis. A four-year veteran of the Air Force, Amber utilized her GI Bill to earn a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and is now working on her Master of Social Work to fulfill her childhood dream of becoming a therapist. Wellness Coaches are a new role at Axis designed to support brief behavioral health interventions in primary care. Coaches can help work with patients to initiate education and brief intervention to support behavior changes that can improve the overall quality of their lives. They can facilitate referrals to outpatient behavioral health, outreach and enrollment, oral health, community health, and community services such as support and recovery groups. They do not diagnose or treat mental health disorders. Welcome to the team, Amber, and thank you for your service. https://lnkd.in/g8dxc7xu

Meet our team! Tim DaGiau, MHA, is a Billing Specialist at Axis. Recently, a patient shared a story highlighting Tim’s dedication to providing a five-star patient experience. “What really makes this post 5 stars is Tim DaGiau from the front desk! After my visit, Tim called to help me find additional resources that were in my price range. This man reached out to 20 different providers to find me the most affordable places in the area, then sent me that list! I’ve never worked in his position before, but if I had to guess, I’d say that wasn’t in his job description! Between Tim and Monica, they went above and beyond, and I am thrilled that I went with Axis Healthcare!”  Tim is also a co-chair of the Legislative and Public Policy Committee, a Colorado governor-appointed role for the Developmental Disabilities Council. Click to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQkJC_i8 Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council

Mark your calendars for August 1, 2024, the “Legacy” film tour is coming to Durango for a special screening at the Durango Public Library. Made possible by Colorado Department of Agriculture and Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance “Legacy” highlights the ups and downs of agriculture’s realities with real Colorado stories. You’ll learn about resources available in our community, talk to people who have been impacted by mental health themselves, and their determination that no one should suffer alone. Come talk to the filmmakers and producers whose work shows the ways that the agricultural community is stronger together. Get your free tickets at: https://lnkd.in/g6Z4CdUP Colorado State University Office of Engagement and Extension (CSU OEE) #axishealthsystem #axiscareline #axiscares #coloradofarmer #coloradorancher #coloradoagriculture #coloradoag #durango #durangoevents #southwestcolorado #southwestco #mentalhealthresources #mentalhealthandwellness #mental #health

Facebook post- workplace suicide prevention 📣 We believe that suicide prevention is everyone's business. Did you know that approximately 80% of all people who die by suicide are of working age (18-65)? This makes the workplace a critical environment for suicide prevention, intervention, and crisis response. Just like promoting heart health is less expensive than responding to a heart attack, fostering optimal well-being in your workplace is not only compassionate but also makes good business sense. Promoting protective factors, enabling early intervention, and implementing effective suicide crisis response can save companies both money and heartache. Join us in making suicide prevention a top health and safety priority at work. Together, we can create a supportive and proactive environment that values every individual’s mental health. 🌟 Take Action Today 🌟 Make it a priority in your workplace. Want to learn more? https://lnkd.in/gvuBB32X Need help now? Reach out to us, 24/7 on the free Axis Care Line, 970.247.5245. #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellbeing

Looking for a great way to spend your Saturday? Advocates for Recovery Colorado is hosting a recovery walk in Montrose. Meet at 17 N 6th street at 9:30am on July 20th to join! Want to learn more about AFR? https://lnkd.in/eNPmaxSt