Job Details
Job Location
Gail Gardner - Prescott, AZ
Position Type
Full Time 40 hours weekly
Job Shift
Day M-F
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for providing superior patient care utilizing nursing best practices. Will work in a collaborative and effective manner within an integrated team environment.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Takes patient vital signs and communicates results to prescribers.
• Checks AHCCCS/MHS verification or any other eligibility requirements.
• Takes nursing calls as scheduled.
• Processes lab results, requests for medication refills/issues and requests by prescriber for transfer.
• Maintains accurate, thorough, and current documentation of contact with patients and services received/provided.
• Is proficient in Rems, Altheas, Rapid Result Tests (UDS), PFT, EKG, TMS, AIMS Testing, Med reconciliation & refills (Training protocol). Must be diligent with emails and voice mail transfers to RN level.
• Works at the direction of clinical teams to remove barriers and assist families to access benefits and community services.
• Always practices compliance with regard to quality measures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS

• 21 years of age or older; or minimum 18 years old and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member's scope of practice; or minimum 18 years old for select administrative positions
• Must be able to provide or obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must possess a valid Driver License
• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification required (training provided by Polara Health)
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of accredited medical assisting program. Certificate of Medical Assisting or higher
• Minimum 1 year, prefer 2 years of experience
• Experience in behavioral/mental health preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS
The nature of work may generate considerable physical (transporting, moving, assisting clients, etc.), mental and visual demands. The physical and working demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment, travel within the community, as needed
• Heavy exposure/use of computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.
• May be required to wear protective clothing (PPE)
• Annual TB screening per program policy and procedure
• Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 25 or more pounds
• Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols

This position is considered Safety-Sensitive by Polara Health.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Polara Health subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Polara Health's policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Polara Health intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.
Americans With Disabilities Act - Request for Reasonable Accommodations
In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Polara Health's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify Polara Health in any of the following ways: by calling 928-445-5211, ext. 4047, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to Polara Health 3343 N. Windsong Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request.
Background Checks
Employment is contingent on background checks as required by Polara Health's policies which may include Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Test, Criminal History, Driving History Record, Sex Offender Registry Search, Department of Child Services, State Central Registry Check, Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional References
We Offer the Following Benefits to Full Time Employees:
Medical * Dental * Vision * Short and Long Term Disability * Life Insurance * Health Savings Account * Flexible Spending Account * Employee Assistance Program * 401(k) * Up to 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays per Year * Shift Pay (for select inpatient positions) * Educational Reimbursement * Employee Wellness Committee and Wellness Portal