People's Arc of Suffolk
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Role Summary The Medical Coordinator with the support of the RN is responsible for managing medication storage, ordering, and oversight processes in close collaboration with Nurse. The role places emphasis on supporting the medical functions of the nursing staff and assisting staff in these areas at the residences.
Role Responsibilities
Schedules medical appointments for the facility and creates/maintains all necessary paperwork.
Works with the House Manager to schedule staff to accompany individuals for medical appointments and transports, or when necessary, accompanies/ transports individuals.
Reports to the RN and House Manager regarding all Physician orders from appointments, maintains all documentation and ensures orders completed timely.
Maintains documentation regarding missed Physician appointments within the individual's charts.
Checks medication cabinets on routine basis and ensures medications current and available.
Ensures that all routine consents and appointments are within state and federal regulations, agency policy and procedures, the employee handbook and program requirements.
Updates and maintains the Grab and Go Book for each person supported.
Adjusts caseload as needed based on medical needs of people supported within the Residential program as determined by Nursing and Residential leadership.
Follows treatment plans and utilizes all corresponding adaptive and safety equipment needed for each person to promote independence and ensure their health, safety and well-being.
Maintains AMAP certification and assists people supported with medication administration according to the AMAP policy and procedures.
Serves as a member of the inter‑disciplinary team by attending and participating in all meetings to discuss a person's progress and goal achievements and to offer and gather information and ideas.
Requirements
HS Diploma or GED
2+ years DSP experience
AMAP certified within first 3 months of employment
Maintain AMAP without medication errors resulting in adverse reactions
Ability to travel between residential location to oversee a maximum caseload of 3 houses, as needed
Valid NYS Driver’s License
Schedule Monday-Friday 8a-4p
Salary $19.29‑$22.33 Hour
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Note: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
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DAY 1 BENEFITS
SAVINGS PROGRAM
WORK LIFE BALANCE
COMMUNITY
EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION
PTO BUYBACK
BIRTHDAY DAY
Role Summary The Medical Coordinator with the support of the RN is responsible for managing medication storage, ordering, and oversight processes in close collaboration with Nurse. The role places emphasis on supporting the medical functions of the nursing staff and assisting staff in these areas at the residences.
Role Responsibilities
Schedules medical appointments for the facility and creates/maintains all necessary paperwork.
Works with the House Manager to schedule staff to accompany individuals for medical appointments and transports, or when necessary, accompanies/ transports individuals.
Reports to the RN and House Manager regarding all Physician orders from appointments, maintains all documentation and ensures orders completed timely.
Maintains documentation regarding missed Physician appointments within the individual's charts.
Checks medication cabinets on routine basis and ensures medications current and available.
Ensures that all routine consents and appointments are within state and federal regulations, agency policy and procedures, the employee handbook and program requirements.
Updates and maintains the Grab and Go Book for each person supported.
Adjusts caseload as needed based on medical needs of people supported within the Residential program as determined by Nursing and Residential leadership.
Follows treatment plans and utilizes all corresponding adaptive and safety equipment needed for each person to promote independence and ensure their health, safety and well-being.
Maintains AMAP certification and assists people supported with medication administration according to the AMAP policy and procedures.
Serves as a member of the inter‑disciplinary team by attending and participating in all meetings to discuss a person's progress and goal achievements and to offer and gather information and ideas.
Requirements
HS Diploma or GED
2+ years DSP experience
AMAP certified within first 3 months of employment
Maintain AMAP without medication errors resulting in adverse reactions
Ability to travel between residential location to oversee a maximum caseload of 3 houses, as needed
Valid NYS Driver’s License
Schedule Monday-Friday 8a-4p
Salary $19.29‑$22.33 Hour
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Note: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
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