Medical Secretary & Transporter (Van Driver)

Horizons Residential Care Ltd; Germanton (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizons Residential Care Ltd in Germanton, NC seeks a Medical Secretary/Transporter to provide personal care, medication administration, and transport support during medical appointments. You’ll work as an integral part of the inter-disciplinary team, promoting residents’ dignity and high quality of life.

Must be 21+ with a high school diploma; experience with ID is preferred. Full-time, first shift with flexibility for scheduling during weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old and have obtained a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer candidates with work or volunteer experience with individuals with Intellectual Disability (ID).
• Must possess adequate written and oral communication skills.
• Must complete orientation, medication administration, and van trainings with proficiency in all related procedures.
• Must secure and maintain all other required certifications.
• Must be able to make sound decisions.
• Must treat all employees with respect and promote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provides active treatment, assistance, and instruction to individuals in dressing, grooming, toileting, bathing, eating, sleeping, behavior interventions, corrective devices, and medical care as needed.
• Supports the operations of the program areas to promote a positive work environment and a positive home/school/day program environment.
• Engages individuals in accordance with their programs and plans; ensures programs/guidelines are followed and documented.
• Uses positive reinforcement to encourage engagement from staff and individuals.
• Participates in ongoing trainings and in-services.
• Transports individuals into the community and assists with involvement in activities and interactions with the public.
• Administers medication without error.
• Addresses health, safety, and environmental concerns.
• Encourages teamwork and effective communication among staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

High School Diploma

Communication skills

Medication administration

CPR/First Aid

Driver with clean record

I/DD experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Van/Transport procedures

Job description

Horizons Residential Care Ltd in Germanton, NC seeks a Medical Secretary/Transporter to provide personal care, medication administration, and transport support during medical appointments. You’ll work as an integral part of the inter-disciplinary team, promoting residents’ dignity and high quality of life.

Must be 21+ with a high school diploma; experience with ID is preferred. Full-time, first shift with flexibility for scheduling during weekends as needed.