Patient Care Associate/ Transport

Description

• Facilitates telehealth appointments with psychiatrist and APRN daily for patient evaluation as well as the second opinion process.
• Coordinates with Marchman Act Assessor to schedule evaluations, including facilitation of virtual evaluations with patients.
• Works as back up coordinator for all court hearings to ensure patient participation is carried out for virtual hearings.
• Assists identified patients with all activities of daily living including dressing, grooming, peri-care, toileting, and hygiene as outlined in the duty assignments listing.
• Responds to leadership staff on duty in order to continually monitor safety and interact appropriately with adult and adolescent patients on a behavioral health care unit.
• Assists with patient care management and records progress toward treatment plan objectives using the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Completes patient Security/safety checks.
• Conduct search of patient and belongings for contraband.
• Obtain and document vital signs.
• Maintain general cleanliness of the unit, laundry, making beds, infection control routines, etc.
• Redirect patient(s) behavior in a firm, yet respectful manner, participate in verbal-de-escalation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CNA license (preferred).
• One (1) year experience in behavioral health (mental health or substance use) preferred.
• Ability to stand/walk for duration of shift.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, grip, bend, squat, crawl, reach above shoulder level, maneuver patients’ weight, etc.
• Must be able to complete a satisfactory demonstration of physical ability to perform essential job duties designed solely to determine ability to perform physical duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, after acceptance of position.
• Must be able to successfully complete and certify in Handle with Care training for all levels.
• Ability to pass a level II Background clearance and drug test.
• Valid FL drivers’ license, insurance, and safe driving record.
• Dependable transportation (registered, safe operating conditions, etc.).
• Must maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, while adhering to agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in collaboration with other community partners.
• Ability to manage stressful situations and display appropriate work demeanor and boundaries.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Salary : $17 - $20