What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Office Assistant position at Hillside Children’s Center?
We have an excellent position for a Medical Office Assistant to support and assist the nurse and health office team in the coordination and provision of health care to youth in care. The Medical Office Assistant is responsible for supporting delivery of quality health care to all youth in care.
Responsibilities :
- Work as part of the health office team to facilitate health office operations (example: maintains a clean, orderly, efficient work area ensuring general physical safety and hygiene).
- Collaborate effectively with nursing staff, as well as the Psychiatric and Medical Care Providers.
- Maintain up to date client medical records.
- Order medications and medical supplies for the health office and residential units.
- Collect and inventory all discontinued and/or expired medications and facilitates appropriate method of disposal.
- Measure and record VS, height and weight of residential clients according to agency protocols.
- Prepare schedules and charts for clinic sessions.
- Arrange medical and dental referral appointments as needed, including scheduling, completing required forms and making transportation arrangements.
- Provide transportation of youth to appointments using agency vehicle.
- Collect data on children with illness, injury and health related concerns.
- Communicate information to the appropriate nursing team member.
- Provide care according to First Aid and Basic Life Saving Skills Training.
- Coordinate and prepare home visit medications and tracks medication returns.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s degree in medical field preferred
- 1 year(s) of child care, medical assisting or residential care experience
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is preferred
- Should have a valid driver’s license and meet agency driving standards
Hillside is committed to equal opportunities for all, supporting a diverse workforce, creating great opportunities for our Agency, our people, and to those whom we serve. We offer a competitive benefits package to include very generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Plan, just to name a few of the amazing benefits at Hillside! You’ll be working with great people and great clientele where you can truly make a difference. Apply online, get on board, and grow you career with us. You’ll be so glad you did!
EOE/AA Disability/Veteran
Location: 7432 County House Road, Auburn, NY 13021
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- child care, medical assisting, or residential care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- unrestricted driver's license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $-1