Disability Services Medical Care Coordinator

ACLD; South Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

ACLD is seeking a Medical Coordination Specialist in Huntington, NY to coordinate medical care for individuals with disabilities at a residential site. You will support health and safety, mentor residents, and assist with daily living tasks while promoting independence.

Responsibilities include medication administration per AMAP, weekly nursing coordination, scheduling appointments, and maintaining documentation such as MARs and treatment notes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to communicate in English; both verbally and in writing.
• AMAP Certification required.
• SCIP Core Certification, CPR, First Aid and AED Certifications required.
• One year experience with developmentally disabled population preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs and assist with transfers.
• Ability to reach, bend, twist, kneel and squat during activities.
• Ability to perform SCIP maneuvers when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dispensing and documentation of medication per AMAP procedures.
• Maintain appropriate stock of medications for each person supported.
• Meet with the residential nurse for weekly nursing coordination.
• Schedule medical appointment follow-ups as directed.
• Attend medical appointments with people supported and collect paperwork.
• Communicate with families regarding medical appointments as needed.
• Prepare MARs monthly and review accuracy of MARs.
• Ensure timely refills and obtain new prescriptions as per procedure.
• Prepare and accompany documents for medical appointments.
• Complete medication administration error reports as needed.
• Support person-centered planning and documentation per Life Plan.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AMAP Certification

SCIP Core Certification

CPR

First Aid

AED Certification

Job description

ACLD is seeking a Medical Coordination Specialist in Huntington, NY to coordinate medical care for individuals with disabilities at a residential site. You will support health and safety, mentor residents, and assist with daily living tasks while promoting independence.

Responsibilities include medication administration per AMAP, weekly nursing coordination, scheduling appointments, and maintaining documentation such as MARs and treatment notes.