Clinical Services Assistant

Mooseheart Child City & School, Inc; Winscombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a compassionate Clinical Services Assistant to support student health needs. This role is essential for ensuring timely care and accurate medical record maintenance in compliance with health standards. Responsibilities include providing first aid, scheduling appointments, managing medical supplies, and maintaining confidentiality of student health information. If you possess strong organizational skills and a passion for helping others in a school or healthcare environment, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification required/will train if not certified.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and basic care to students under nurse's direction.
• Schedule medical appointments and maintain health records.
• Assist with medication management and general secretarial support.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Mooseheart Child City & School, Inc. is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Clinical Services Assistant to support the health and administrative needs of our students. This position plays a vital role in ensuring students receive timely, coordinated care and that medical records are accurately maintained in compliance with DCFS and ISBE standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide first aid and basic care to ill or injured students under the direction of the Residential Community Nurse
• Notify Residential staff of upcoming medical appointments, diagnostic tests, and lab work, and ensure proper follow-through
• Schedule medical appointments and diagnostic testing as needed
• Maintain records of physicals, eye exams, and dental visits to ensure ongoing compliance
• Prepare psychotropic consent forms and medication review charts; track receipt and expiration dates
• Coordinate eyeglass orders and vision/hearing screenings
• Assist with medication pickups and fulfill OTC medication orders as directed by the nurse
• Track and manage monthly bubble packs and medical supply needs
• File medical records promptly and maintain accurate health cards for each student
• Clean and disinfect workspaces, update red medical binders biannually, and support infection control practices
• Prepare student admission and demission charts
• Communicate with healthcare providers via fax and maintain up-to-date correspondence
• Provide general secretarial support to the department (phones, visitors, mailings, supply orders)

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required

Education, Skills & Qualifications:

• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (American Red Cross) required/will train if not certified
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and patient information
• Experience in a school, healthcare, or residential setting preferred but not required

Must pass a required background and Psychological Evaluation.