Community Health Aide Trainee

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Alaska; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to villages for training

Job summary

Maniilaq Association seeks a Community Health Aide Trainee to provide first-line health care in village clinics under supervision. The role requires attending training to advance to CHA-I, maintaining EMS certification, and assisting with acute and chronic care within CHAM scope.

The position involves travel to villages for training and CME, and requires the ability to lift 50 lbs and endure long periods of standing or sitting. Training and supervision are provided by clinic staff.

Qualifications

• Must be able to attend training requirements to advance to CHA-I.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand or sit for prolonged periods.
• Willingness to travel to villages for training and CMEurs.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line of health care in village clinics under supervision.
• Assist with acute and emergency care within CHAM training level.
• Maintain clinic logs, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Travel to villages for training and CME as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maniilaq Association isa P.L. 93-638 Native/Indian Preference/EEO Employer
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Title: Community Health Aide Trainee Pay Grade: 26

Program: Community Health Aide Program Status: Non-Exempt

Housing Priority: None Covered: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides first line of health care in the village clinic setting under the guidance of the Clinic Supervisor, higher level certified CHA, and CHP C/I. Must be readily available to attend the training requirements to advance to a level CHA-I. Must work within scope of practice and cannot exceed the level of training completed. Reports directly to the CHP/Clinic Supervisor or designee.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works scheduled hours in clinic as arranged by Clinic Supervisor and/or CHAP Administration.
• Must complete training requirements for the following: Community Health Aide Manual (CHAM) training, Pre-Session, and ETT or EMT training prior to being scheduled for health aide session training.
• After successful completion of Pre-Session can obtain vital signs for higher level CHA’s and/or the Medical Staff providers.
• Must maintain EMS certification to provide emergency assistance to higher level CHA’s and/or mid-level providers.
• Assists with Acute and Emergency care per CHAM at level of training. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Assists Clinic Supervisor and higher level CHA’s with evaluation, documentation on PEF and treatment of acute health problems.
• Preventive patient care per CHAM at level of training by observing higher level providers who provide patient care.
  • Provide assistance to PHN as needed.
  • Provide assistance to the WIC Program for eligible clients.
• Chronic patient care per CHAM at level of training which includes:
  • Assists with monitoring patients on long-term medications.
  • Assists with providing medication refills in coordination with MHC Pharmacy for the higher level providers.
• Provide health administration at level of training, which includes:
  • Daily medical logs for each patient encounter for WIC and medication refills.
  • Replenish supplies for the exam and lab rooms.
  • Maintains clinic pharmacy, medical supplies, and forms.
  • Clean medical equipment and exam rooms using standard guidelines.
• Performs and/or assumes other job related duties as needed.
• Must attend and successfully complete all health aide session training.
• Demonstrate a positive role model representing CHAP and his/her respective community.
• Travel to villages as needed for training purposes and to maintain CME’s.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent, and must successfully complete the TABE test requirements. Must attend training as scheduled. Willing and able to provide village medical health services on a routine and emergency basis and the ability to provide services under stressful situations. Ability to lift 50lbs, stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to speak Inupiaq desirable.

OTHER JOB INFORMATION (IF APPLICABLE):

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of people in this job, and the employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these conditions.