Medical Technician

nphosting; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, &

Retirement plan options

Employer sponsored benefits

Job summary

Compass Connections is seeking compassionate healthcare staff for a Harlingen, Texas facility. The role focuses on pediatric care, medication administration, and strict HIPAA-compliant record keeping for vulnerable youth. The team works various shifts to ensure round-the-clock coverage for service users.

Applicants should have EMT/MA/CNA certifications or relevant healthcare experience, bilingual English/Spanish is required, and employment offers comprehensive benefits starting day one.

Qualifications

• Must have good organizational and communication skills.
• Textbook knowledge of and professional experience working with pediatric age group including developmentally disabled persons.
• Working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records Systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate MAR for each child.
• Administer prescription and OTC medications per physician orders.
• Maintain confidentiality of health care records and HIPAA compliance.
• Assist in daily MAR audits and report medication errors to RN Manager.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Pediatrics knowledge

EMR systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

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! Make a difference every day with an organization dedicated to doing good and caring for others.

Compass Connections believes every child deserves to have a place where they feel safe and loved. Our organization offers emergency shelter and group home placement for children while we work to reunite them with family.

We know the sooner family reunification is accomplished, the sooner children can safely integrate into the community and thrive.

We are now hiring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team at our facility in Harlingen, Texas.

ALL Benefits available on the first day of employment.

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Additional employer sponsored benefits available

Ask your recruiter for a complete overview of the benefits available to you.

Hourly Rate: $22.90 an hour.

Language Requirement: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Work Schedule: 8am-8pm

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:

• Meet and maintain all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.
• Communicate effectively with health care providers regarding care for service population and be a liaison between the medical and residential services divisions.
• Maintain adequate inventory of all medications/supplies, ensure medications/supplies are within date and properly stored.
• Ensure proper disposal of unused and expired medications.
• Maintain electronic medical health care records and federal Medical Portal.
• Develop and maintain an accurate medication administration record (MAR) for each child.
• Administer prescription and over the counter medication to children.
• 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.
• Assist in daily MAR audits, ensuring proper documentation. Reporting all medication errors to RN Manager.
• Compile daily medical lists to be distributed appropriately.
• Assist in transport of children to and from the on-campus clinic for medical appointments.
• Maintain first aid kits per licensing standards.
• Assist in scheduling of medical appointments.
• Assist in medical intake process.
• Maintain confidentiality of health care records and information in keeping with HIPAA, Protected Health Information (PHI) requirements and Compass Connections confidentiality protocol and procedures.
• 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.
• Know, understand, and apply positive behavior management techniques including verbal redirection, deescalation, and containment.
• Know and recognize the signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and sexually provocative behavior and implement professional response, reporting and documenting procedures.
• Show appreciation and affection toward children in a manner that is compassionate and professional, minimizing cultural misinterpretations.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work using sound judgment.
• Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.
• 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:

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