SHS-MOBILE HEALTH CLINIC SPECIALIST MA (per diem)

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the clerical and clinical areas of the mobile clinic. Under the general direction of the physician or advanced practice provider, provides high quality, compassionate patient care and resource coordination/navigation services.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Prepares patient for examination. Obtains vital signs and chief complaint. Appropriately documents information obtained.
• Performs point of care laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Administers oral and injectable medication. Phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and patient families.
• Maintains all logs and required checks (i.e., refrigerator temps, medications, oxygen, etc.)
• Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc. May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
• Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety as required.
• Interviews and assists patients to understand current needs and resources available, connects with a Primary Care Physician (PCP), follows up to make sure plan is understood and resources navigated
• Improves access to health care services through in-person interactions, telephone contacts, and coordination of referrals
• Local travel required