MEDICAL LIASION in Brighton

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Location: Westerloe Residence

Department: Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities Residential

Employment Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday Day Shift

Salary: $21.00 - $21.50 / hour

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Family and Community Services (CCFCS) has been serving our community for over 100 years. We walk with people when they are at their most vulnerable as they journey toward independence to reach their full human potential, advocate for those in need throughout all stages of life; and work in partnership with faith communities of all denominations and those who are committed to addressing local needs. If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives.

General Description

The medical liaison provides support to the nursing staff and the people served at the residential site. Promotes Person-Centered planning for people receiving services and their family members/guardians. Collaborates with the entire residential team including the Residential Nurse, Residential Director, Residential Manager, Assistant Residential Manager, DSPs, Behavior Intervention Specialist, clinicians, community agencies, and others involved in medical/nursing care providers as appropriate. Provides oversight of the residents’ medical care as designated and supervised by the Residential Nurse and provides guidance to direct care staff regarding the residents’ medical needs. Ensures completion of required duties for each shift. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff and is responsible for ensuring a trauma informed care environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates referrals to community-based medical specialty providers.
• Schedules and provides transportation using agency vehicles to appointments and procedures with individuals as needed.
• Uses Outlook to maintain the residential external appointment schedule.
• Coordinates incoming and outgoing provider correspondence.
• Completes necessary medical and insurance forms as required and correspondence as needed.
• Maintains Medication Administration Certification and administers medications.
• Assists in delegated nursing tasks as directed by RN (e.g. PONS monitoring, tracking, audits, filing etc.).
• Responsible for the organization and cleaning of the medication room.
• Assists residential management staff to ensure sufficient and accurate stock of medications at all times.
• Facilitates timely communication with the pharmacy.
• Completes all required documentation in eVero and EMar.
• Communicates with the individuals and the care team regarding medical appointments and outcomes.
• Works collaboratively as needed within the Nursing Team to provide supportive Medical Liaison services, as directed by RN or NSM, across all residential sites.
• Purges paperwork on an annual basis under the direction of the Residential RN.
• Makes notifications to day programs related to individual health needs and concerns.
• Attends support team/clinical/staff meetings.
• Safely transports individuals to and from appointments.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
• Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings.
• Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job role performance through reading, supervision, in-service training and attendance at conferences and workshops.
• Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Top Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan.
• Generous time off package and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives.

Catholic Charities Family and Community Services is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet Requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Credentials: NYS Driver’s License that meets agency policy.
• Experience: At least 2 years of health care related (CNA or HHA, Medical Assistant, Medical provider office) experience required.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance

Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects with minimal direction.
• An ability to work efficiently and effectively and meet deadlines.
• An ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent verbal/written skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support agency mission, philosophy, and policies.
• Willingness and ability to foster agency and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques.
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and use of a registered and reliable vehicle.