PAY: $23.00-$24.14 hour plus applicable shift differential.
Hourly compensation for this position is based on relevant
education and experience and will be set within the listed
range.
REPORTS TO: Manager of Operations/Director of Nursing
SCHEDULE: Part-Time evening/night shift 8-10 hours per week,
weekend rotation may be required. Schedule may vary according to
departmental and Academy needs.
STATUS: Part-Time
DEPARTMENT: Lamont Health and Wellness Center
Position Purpose
Support the Health Center’s mission –
to promote students’
development as healthy individuals and members of society – by
administering and coordinating office activities and facilitating
clinical services for illness or injury. Provide patients’ needs in
a manner that is professional, considerate and supportive of the
students’ health, safety and individual development.
This is a per diem opportunity. The Health Center is open 24/7
during the Academic Year (Sept-Beginning of June) and 5 weeks in
the summer (Beginning of July through the first week of August).
All shifts available days/evenings and nights.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide care to students under the direction of a physician or
nursing staff.
- Room students with scheduled appointments, interview patients
for past medical history, perform vital signs and point of care
laboratory testing as indicated.
Prepare treatment room for clinical examinations and assist
physician and nursing staff with treatments or procedures when
needed.
Enter accurate medical documentation in electronic medical
records, prepare medical record history for medical visits,
reconcile medical records received from outside sources.
Follow Academy protocol for admitting and discharging
students.
Provide support for clinical care by assisting with front desk
administrative needs and answering phones.
When necessary, assist provider or RN with monitoring
students.
Monitor and restock clinical supplies in exam rooms.
Clean and sanitize exam rooms between patients: including but
not limited to: changing linens; washing tables, mattresses,
emptying wastebaskets, and disinfecting surfaces.
Assist in keeping common areas such as the waiting room tidy
and sanitized.
Present appealing and timely meals and snacks to students by
ordering meals from Dining Services, maintaining stock of food and
food supplies, and cleaning the health center’s food service areas.
Knowledge of potential allergens and student’s dietary
constraints.
Provide considerate, friendly attention to patients’
non-clinical needs in a variety of ways, including but not limited
to responding to inquiries from students and parents, providing
linens as needed, and waking sleeping students on a timely
basis.
Maintain strict confidentiality of medical information
according to Health Services’ confidentiality policies and
procedures.
Gather and dispose of hazardous waste.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies
- Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an
orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in
all aspects of Academy life.
- Understanding of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with electronic medical health records.
- Experience with phlebotomy, EKG’s, IV set-ups strongly
preferred
- Point of care testing – collection and processing
- Taking vital signs, providing basic emergency care, and
assisting with initial treatment in conjunction with nursing,
medical providers
- CPR Certified
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment, under short
time constraints, and within established deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and
maintain collegial relationships.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust
and credibility.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as a
strong customer focus.
- A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities
and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as
needed.
- High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be
flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
- Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a
professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including
stressful situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity and to
serving the needs of a diverse and inclusive community with
diplomacy and tact.
Position Requirements
Education and Licensure
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Certification/Licensure as a medial assistant, licensed nursing
assistant, or paramedic preferred.
Experience
- 3-5 years experience in a health care setting preferred.
- Familiarity with adolescent issues and experience interacting
with adolescents is preferred.
- Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting
preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., sitting or
standing) for extended periods while performing clinical duties and
documentation.
- Ability to move about the health center, go up and down flights
of steps, stoop, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift. Ability to
respond promptly to medical emergencies.
- Ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects weighing up
to 25 pounds as necessary for clinical care (e.g., patients,
supplies, equipment).
- Sufficient manual dexterity to perform medical procedures,
operate equipment, and use a computer or electronic medical record
system.
- Adequate visual and auditory abilities to assess patients,
monitor vital signs, and respond to emergency situations
effectively.
- Capacity to adapt to a fast-paced environment with the ability
to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with interruptions.
Additional Requirements
- Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed
every 5 years).
- Clean Driving record (reviewed annually).
- Pre-hire medical and immunization clearance.
- This position is considered “Essential Personnel”
