Medical Assistant
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited high school or GED
- One (1) year full-time employment in a field related to the mission of the agency
- Possession of a valid Tennessee driver’s license with “F” endorsement
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations of DIDD and the agency
- Ability to make good judgements and decisions and stand firm to those
- Ability to communicate clearly and precisely in both verbal and written form
- Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of detailed reports and records
- Ability to be flexible in his/her job position
- Knowledge of medical administration by unlicensed personnel and proper protocols used
Essential Duties
- Supervise and enforce policies, programs, and operational procedures
- Be responsible for administration and coordination of all aspects of the medical responsibilities of persons supported enrolled in the agency
- Coordinate Doctor appointments for all persons supported, including transporting to and from appointments with proper paperwork, medications, insurance cards, and other important documentation
- Communicate with appropriate staff to inform of medication changes, doctor appointments, etc.
- Maintain Unit Record Books for all persons supported enrolled in the agency
- Compare and review all Medication Administration Records (MAR) on a monthly basis from all residential homes to check for medication errors, and submit corrective actions to necessary personnel
- Order necessary medications for supported living persons supported, count medications, and distribute accordingly
- Review daily vital charts for persons supported including
- Answer on-call phone in an effective and timely manner
- Conduct random home visits to supported living homes to verify correct medication administration, supply checks, etc.
- Communicate all lab results, consultant forms, and necessary emails to Nurse Case Management and ISC’s as needed
- Assist with medication administration training for new hires (pre-test and post-test including med pass watch in homes and center)
- Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all agency staff, persons supported, doctors, therapists, etc.
- Ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of all persons supported records
- Provide and safe and understanding environments for all persons supported
- Coordinate with other departments within the agency with running records, monthly reviews, medication changes, etc. to ensure all staff is aware of changes involving persons supported
- Assume the responsibilities of the Social Worker in his/her absence
- Discharge all other job related duties as assigned by the Social Worker or Executive Director
- Assist the Executive Director with agency employees morale and cohesion
- Provide a positive presence and assist with conflict management as needed