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Name of Program:
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BHPr Ohio Loan Repayment Program
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Program Web site:
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http://www.odh.ohio.gov/odhprograms/chss/pcrh_programs/recruitment/slrp.aspx |
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Designation (Fund Source):
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Federal/State
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Eligible Specialties:
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Primary care, Mental health and Dental health care providers who work in underserved communities.
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Service Requirements (formerly Service Stipulation):
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Must work a minimum of two years, full-time in a not-for-profit practice located in a Health Professional Shortage Area.
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Who Can Apply:
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Physicians who've completed primary care residency training (FP,GIM,OB/GYN,General PED, Geriatrics, Adolescent Medicine), Psychiatrists (including Geriatric and Child/Adolescent), Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Midwives, Clinical Social Workers, Clinical or Counseling Psychologists, Marriage/Family Therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors practicing in community-based settings in underserved areas. Practice sites must serve all patients, regardless of coverage, and use a sliding fee scale for those without coverage.
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Deadline(s):
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Primary care physicians and psychiatrists, as described above in "Who Can Apply," must apply by January 15th (postmark). Other disciplines should contact the program for application due dates.
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Repayment/Scholarship terms:
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Amount of repayment per year of service:
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Up to $25,000 per year for the first two years (initial two-year contract required); up to $35,000 per year for the third and fourth year.
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How to Apply:
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To request an application packet, send an email to the program coordinator: geri.rousculp@odh.ohio.gov or visit the web site above. A complete application consists of the 4-page application; accompanying narrative; copy of Ohio license; resume or CV; current balance statements from loan servicers; practice site's sliding fee scale; W-9 and Vendor Information Form.
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Additional Information/Comments:
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Contact person(s):
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Name, title:
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Coleen Schwartz
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Agency name:
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Ohio Department of Health
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Address:
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PO Box 118,
Columbus, OH 43266-0588
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Phone:
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(614) 728-3700
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FAX:
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(614) 995-4235
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E-Mail:
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coleen.schwartz@odh.ohio.gov
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