Medical Technician

nphosting; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

nphosting is seeking a qualified healthcare professional to support pediatric care in a on-site facility in Texas. The role requires high school completion and relevant clinical certifications, with experience in a healthcare setting serving pediatric populations, including developmentally disabled children.

The candidate will manage vitals, labs, vaccine administration, and utilize Electronic Medical Records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Current EMT, Medical Assistant Certificate, or CNA license; BLS preferred; First aid; CPR.
• Experience with pediatric population including developmentally disabled persons in a health care setting.
• Knowledge of vitals, blood draws, labs, medication administration, and vaccines.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records systems.

Responsibilities

• Meet and maintain all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards.
• Communicate with health care providers as liaison between medical and residential services divisions.
• Maintain inventory of medications/supplies, ensure in-date and properly stored.
• Dispose of unused and expired medications.
• Maintain electronic medical records and federal Medical Portal.
• Develop and maintain MAR for each child.
• Administer medications to children and follow physician orders.
• Assist in MAR audits and report medication errors.
• Compile daily medical lists and assist in transporting children to appointments.
• Maintain first aid kits and scheduling of medical appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and Compass Connections protocols.
• Adhere to scheduled hours, on-call, and evenings/weekends as needed.
• Apply positive behavior management techniques and recognize signs of abuse or neglect.
• Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality in all operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Pediatric care experience

EMR systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT certification

Medical Assistant Certificate

CNA license

BLS certification

First aid

CPR

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!

Academic Req:

Required - High school diploma or GED

Certifications :

Current Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant Certificate, or Certified Nursing Assistant License; current BLS certifications (PALS preferred); First aid; CPR

Work experience:

Candidate must have good organizational and communication skills, textbook knowledge of and professional experience working with pediatric age group including developmentally disabled persons, professional experience working in a health care setting. Must also have working knowledge of vitals, blood draws, ordering labs, medication administration and administration of vaccines/injections. Working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records Systems

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:

1. Meet and maintain all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.
2. Communicate effectively with health care providers regarding care for service population and be a liaison between the medical and residential services divisions.
3. Maintain adequate inventory of all medications/supplies, ensure medications/supplies are within date and properly stored.
4. Ensure proper disposal of unused and expired medications.
5. Maintain electronic medical health care records and federal Medical Portal.
6. Develop and maintain an accurate medication administration record (MAR) for each child.
7. Administer prescription and over the counter medication to children.
8. Carry out all treatment orders as directed by physician or advanced practice provider (APP) to ensure physician and/or APP orders are implemented immediately upon request.
9. Assist in daily MAR audits, ensuring proper documentation. Reporting all medication errors to RN Manager.
10. Compile daily medical lists to be distributed appropriately.
11. Assist in transport of children to and from the on-campus clinic for medical appointments.
12. Maintain first aid kits per licensing standards.
13. Assist in scheduling of medical appointments.
14. Assist in medical intake process.
15. Maintain confidentiality of health care records and information in keeping with HIPAA, Protected Health Information (PHI) requirements and Compass Connections confidentiality protocol and procedures.
16. Adhere to scheduled hours pertaining to position, remain available for on-call scheduling, and work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed, requested, or deemed appropriate by Deputy Executive Director, Medical Services and Executive Director.
17. Know, understand, and apply positive behavior management techniques including verbal redirection, deescalation, and containment.
18. Know and recognize the signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and sexually provocative behavior and implement professional response, reporting and documenting procedures.
19. Show appreciation and affection toward children in a manner that is compassionate and professional, minimizing cultural misinterpretations.
20. Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work using sound judgment.
21. Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
22. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.
23. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Monitor established health care plans for service population as prescribed by an advanced practice provider or physician and applying best practice guidelines.
2. Complete accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures, contract and regulatory requirements and standards and program timeline requirements.
3. Meet all pre-determined deadlines required by program and federal partners.
4. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
2. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
3. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
4. Demonstrate the ability to:
   • Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
   • Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
   • Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English.
   • Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times and make decisions based on the needs of the program and service population.
   • Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
   • Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
5. Demonstrate a working knowled