Community Health Aide - Point Lay

North Slope Borough; Alaska; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care provided

Job summary

North Slope Borough operates Village Health Clinics delivering primary health care within the Community Health Aide Program. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients under the CHA framework, with ongoing training and travel to clinics across communities.

The incumbent will document care, follow safety protocols, maintain records, and assist with home wellness visits. Strong commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA is required, with readiness for field duties in remote areas.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide primary health care services.
• Knowledge of clinical care standards and patient safety.
• Ability to document patient information accurately and timely.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care (acute, chronic, preventative) to patients in village clinics.
• Document medical assessments, treatments, medicines, and procedures.
• Follow CHA/Practitioner guidelines and participate in training as required.
• Travel to training centers and village clinics as needed.
• Maintain clinic records and assist with home visits when required.

Skills

Patient care

Public health

Record documentation

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary or Purpose

For this highly technical position to provide a variety of healthcare services, within the scope of authority, in the examination and treatment of patients in the Village Health Clinics to support the goals of the Community Health Aide Program.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties. Essential responsibilites include provision of primary health care (acute, chronic and preventative) services in the village and urgent/emergency services within the village boundaries. Provides and documents medical assessments, treatments, medicines, and procedures to patients in the Village Health Clinic as outlined in the Community Health Aide Manual (eCHAM) provides health care services to residents within scope of authority. Follow CHA/Trainee to CHA/Practitioner guidelines outlined by the Community Health Aide Training Centers and training curriculum. Must be willing to travel to training centers for basic training sessions and other required training given by Community Health Aide Program and to Village Clinics as needed. Observes patients' conditions and behavior; reports significant issues to supervisor or physician; records notes on patient chart; gives first aid as needed. Interviews patient and takes thorough patient history; reviews health records, performs physical exam, orders appropriate laboratory tests and other evaluation tools; formulates diagnosis as required by providers and eCHAM, prescribes appropriate treatment, and develops a plan of care in accordance with consulting medical practitioner. Monitors patients, follows established safe practices and safety protocols, and calls for assistance as required; maintains Clinic inventory of supplies and drugs as authorized and performs chart reviews. Evaluates patient care continually and revises plan of care to meet the individualized patient needs. Confers and consults with supervising physician as needed; collaborates with other professionals to provide continued care outside the limitations of the clinic. Updates and maintains a variety of Clinic records; prepares reports as required. Assist in performing home visits to patients who are too ill to come to the clinic and perform home wellness checks. Make judgement call to establish transport if additional care is needed in clinic with assistance from Provider. Maintain a clean, orderly, organized and appropriately supplied clinic in accordance with Department and OSHA regulations. Be available to provide coverage and/or obtain training in another village or location. Coordinate activities of clinic staff as needed. Develops and implements patient and family teaching programs based on identified health care goals. Assist as necessary to cover the Village Clinic for after hour and weekend emergencies. In the event of an emergency, will follow responsibilities as outlined in the North Slope Borough and program policies and procedures and the CEMP manual. Respect clients by recognizing their rights and maintaining confidentiality, including HIPAA requirements. Protect self, co-workers and consumers by following policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases. Travel to the villages within the North Slope Borough. Obtain and maintain Collection Personnel Training Certificate. Administer drug tests, utilizing federal drug testing procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of Department and Borough policies and procedures. Knowledge of professional protocols and practices in healthcare and patient treatment as defined in CHAM. Knowledge of the principles of medical records management, and patient file documentation procedures. Skill in providing effective patient care services. Skill in evaluating public health problems, and making recommendations based on observations.

Education, Experience, Certifications And Licenses Required

High school graduate or G.E.D/or a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience. Name-check criminal background investigation conducted by the Alaska Department of Public Safety, or the state from which the individual is currently residing. Documentation that the individual is free from active pulmonary tuberculosis. Demonstrated ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds regularly. Ability to obtain ETT (Emergency Trauma Technician) or EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) Certification within the probationary period. Obtain the qualifications within six months to attend Session I training.

THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

Benefits Do Not Apply To Temporary Employees.

This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.

The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.

Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.