Medical Assistant (MA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Vohra Wound Physicians; Providence, Hamden (RI, CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant in a part-time role. You will play a crucial role in delivering patient care under the guidance of experienced physicians and nurses in skilled nursing facilities. This position offers the opportunity to gain specialized training in wound care, enhancing your skills in a supportive environment. Your hands-on assistance will be vital in ensuring efficient patient evaluations and care, making a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant in good standing.
• Prior experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Vohra Physician during bedside rounds and ensure patient readiness.
• Document wound measurements and assist with telemedicine visits.

Skills

Patient Care

Wound Care Knowledge

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Medical Assistant (MA)

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) / Medical Assistant (MA) Job in Providence, RI

THIS IS A PART-TIME ROLE / THIS IS AN ONGOING PART-TIME ROLE

The Certified Nurse Assistant will provide basic patient care under the direction of the Vohra Physician and SNF Wound Care Nurse. This involves performing duties such as assisting the Physician and Wound Nurse with all aspects of Wound Care, assisting with Wound Care Education, and readying patients for treatment.

Wound Care Knowledge is helpful but not essential.

Vohra Physicians will provide Wound Care training and certification.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) in good standing with the State.
• Must relate positively and favorably to facility staff, patients/residents, and families while working cooperatively with others.
• Must meet all local health regulations and pass post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes a criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
• Must maintain regular attendance on the job, including traveling daily to partner facilities.
• Prior experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).

DUTIES:

• Hands-on assistance for the Vohra Physician during bedside rounds as needed.
• Troubleshoot for the Vohra Physician with SNF staff.
• Facilitate efficiency during rounds by ensuring patients are available and ready for Vohra Physician to conduct consults.
• Assist the SNF wound care nurse when necessary, including, but not limited to, incontinence care, preparing/positioning the patient for physician evaluation, assisting with dressing application, and full-body skin exams.
• Take simple notes as dictated by the Vohra Physician during rounds, including, but not limited to, documenting wound measurements, wound locations, and the treatment plan.
• Assist with telemedicine visits and use of camera for video conference.
• Assist Vohra Physician with obtaining written consent for procedures when required by SNF.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Medical Specialty: Geriatrics

Physical Setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Work Location: On the road