Medical Technician

55 Compass Connections; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, &

Retirement plan options

Additional employer sponsored benefits

Job summary

Compass Connections in Harlingen, Texas, is hiring compassionate healthcare professionals to support pediatric residents in our on-site clinic and residential programs. The role requires EMT/MA/CNA credentials, bilingual English/Spanish, and strong organizational skills to manage medications, labs, and vaccination administration.

You'll work a demanding schedule from 8am to 8pm, participate in daily MAR updates, and ensure HIPAA compliance while delivering high-quality care to children in our

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• EMT, MA, or CNA license; current BLS; CPR.
• Experience with pediatric patients and vitals.
• HIPAA compliance and confidentiality knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Meet federal and state regulatory guidelines for the position.
• Coordinate care with healthcare providers and residential services.
• Maintain medication MARs and electronic health records.
• Administer prescribed meds and vaccines per orders.
• Ensure proper disposal of medications and inventory control.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Pediatric care experience

EMR knowledge

Education

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification

Medical Assistant Certificate

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License

BLS certification

CPR certification

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

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 assigned.

Requirements

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
• Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
• Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
• Demonstrate the ability to:
  1. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
  2. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
  3. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English.
  4. 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.
  5. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
  6. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.
• Must complete and sign Operations Policy and Procedure review and certification.
• Must provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of immunizations, titers, or declinations for the following:
  1. MMR
  2. Varicella
  3. HepB
  4. HepA
  5. Tetanus
  6. PPD
  7. Meningococcal (preferred)
• Must be able to perform physical activity such as extensive walking, lifting of patients, stretching, and bending.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to maintain professional people skills, including oral, written, listening, and non‑verbal communication skills. English (United States)

EEO Statement In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Guided by care and compassion, Compass Connections has been impacting and meeting the needs of the community’s most vulnerable children and families through residential care, community-based support, foster care, and adoption services. Leveraging more than a century of collective child welfare experience, Compass Connections, a Texas based non-profit organization, is a national leader in connecting, strengthening, and transforming families from around the globe.