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Join Our Team at Block Institute!
Established in 1962, Block Institute is a Brooklyn-based non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Committed to our mission-driven approach, we believe in building meaningful relationships, embracing challenges as opportunities, and inspiring and being inspired every day.
Position: Residential Medical Coordinator
Summary:
Block Institute is seeking a dedicated Residential Medical Coordinator to work with our RN team to ensure quality medical care for individuals diagnosed with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The Medical Coordinator will monitor healthcare processes in a residential setting and assist individuals in all areas of daily living.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Residential Medical Coordinator is responsible for overseeing medication management, medical documentation, and healthcare coordination for individuals in the residence. Key duties include:
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Conduct weekly medication inventory, ensuring orders and deliveries are completed.
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Oversee AMAP medication inventory checks and ensure controlled medications are counted and documented daily.
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Review MARs daily for missing signatures, medical charting (BMs, BP, fingersticks), and prescription accuracy.
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Schedule and track medical appointments, lab tests, and diagnostic procedures in coordination with the RN.
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Ensure all prescriptions are documented correctly in MARs, and discontinued medications are properly disposed of.
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Prepare monthly MAR sheets with accurate medication details and maintain CVS and MIPS forms for medical visits.
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Monitor AMAP certifications, medication errors, and training compliance, reporting updates to the RN.
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Attend and advocate for individuals at medical appointments, ensuring necessary adaptive equipment and documentation are in place.
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Communicate medication changes and appointment outcomes promptly with the nurse and management.
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Maintain medication storage, inventory tracking, and AMAP communication logs for compliance.
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Train new AMAP staff and perform DSP duties as needed to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- At least 2 years’ experience within an OPWDD residential setting
- Valid Driver’s License
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- AMAP Certification in good standing
- Proficiency in English is required to perform essential job functions, including preparing written reports, understanding safety instructions, and communicating with individuals we serve and your team members.
- SCIP and CPR Certified
Benefits:
- 1199 Union Membership
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary benefits such as critical care, disability, and additional life insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Account
- Commuter benefits plan
- Vacation and Sick Paid Time Off
The Block Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law, including New York City Human Rights Law. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and ensure fair treatment in every step of the hiring process.
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