SPRING LAKE RANCH & THERAPEUTIC COMMUNITY
JOB TITLE: Medroom Assistant
LOCATION: Cuttingsville
REPORTS TO: Registered Nurse
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, non- exempt (hourly)
SALARY RANGE: $17.37 to $19.00 plus (depending upon housing needs and experience/certification)
POSITION SUMMARY: The Medroom technician is responsible for facilitating med room work-flow and resident care activities under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Responsible for thorough and accurate resident documentation, and for performing as a contributing member of the med room team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
· Working with the Registered Nurse, carries out the medical orders for residents given by the SLR Prescriber/psychiatric practitioner/outside providers and updates the EMR system as needed.
· Collaborates with Clinicians and RN toward scheduling appointments for residents with SLR Prescriber/ psychiatric practitioner and outside providers.
· Works with RN to check accuracy of pharmacy MOTs (Meds On Time).
· Pours weekly scheduled medications for residents.
· Restocks needed medication and supplies.
· Records monthly vital signs and collects UAs upon request.
· Packs travel medication for resident trips.
· Assists with medroom cleanliness.
· Provides and coordinates first aid care as needed.
· Assists with the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date nursing notes.
· Maintains close communication with a resident’s treatment team regarding resident’s
medical status.
· Makes health/wellness related announcements to residents and staff.
· Assist with new admissions (vital signs, allergies, medication list verification, pill count,
pouring).
COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the SLR mission, vision, and core
values.
· Maintains respectful, therapeutic, supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch
residents at all times.
· Demonstrates willingness to draw upon own personal talents, interests, and passions
to participate in special programming for the community and develop relationships
with individuals.
· Participates in holidays and other Ranch special events throughout the year.
· Attends weekly staff meeting and staff development opportunities, meeting the
licensing training requirements for position.
· Engages in crisis intervention and assistance as needed.
· Performs other duties as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· High school graduate, medical assistant training preferred.
· Experience and/or willingness to work in a mental health environment.
· BLS Certified (first aid, CPR and AED).
· Must possess clinical, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
· Must work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
· Ability to seek out appropriate resources to problem solve effectively.
· Must be detail oriented.
· Demonstrates flexibility.
· Ability to work with minimal supervision/direction.
· Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
· Must have a driver’s license with a good driving record.
· On-site living preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.31 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Free parking
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Overtime
Work setting:
- In-person
- Medical office
- Office
- Teaching hospital
Experience:
- Medical Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cuttingsville, VT 05738 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cuttingsville, VT 05738: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person