What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager 3 (Search and Rescue) position at Healthy MD?
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Case Manager (CM) 3 will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The CM 3 shall assist patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The CM 3 provides hands-on care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and organizational policies and procedures, under the direct supervision and responsibility of the Site Manager. The CM 3 will receive guidance from a licensed Nurse Practitioner.
The CM 3 shall adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. As a professional, monitors the quality of care provided and nurtures a compassionate and healing environment.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately, in a timely manner safely and professionally. Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members. Seeks assistance when needed.
- Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings. Commits to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills. Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication, documentation, and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
- Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflects current clinical practice skills. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.
- Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines to include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Meets diverse communication needs of patients with Limited English Proficiency (LEP).
- Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic medical terminology.
- Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.
- Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis. Prepares patients for physician’s care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
- Performs routine laboratory tests.
- Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient’s medical record.
- Observes and reports patient’s signs or symptoms changes.
- Escorts and transports patients to various clinic locations.
- Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.
- Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.
- Provides patient with provider’s care instructions and information.
- Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.
- Adheres to HealthyMD and Clinic-level Policies & Procedures and safeguards HealthyMD’s assets.
- Travel to different site location to conduct STD/HIV Screenings to help identify individuals at risk. These events can occur before, during or after normal working hours including weekends or holidays.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Certification and Licensing:
- Valid State Driver's License & Proof of insurance
- Approved MA Certifications Preferred:
- CMA- Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)®
- RMA- Registered Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- National Healthcare Association (NHA)
- NCMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA - NCCT)
- NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP)
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
- HIV & AIDS Certification: HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) Certification
Experience:
Minimum 4 years of relevant previous experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
- Strong, effective communication skills with patients, families, and clinical team
- Ability to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new, different, or changing environments
- Demonstrates strong time management skills to prioritize and act proactively
- Ability to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient confidentiality
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The following sections capture the physical demands and working environment that are required for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions
Environmental Dimension
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Conditions of extreme heat or extreme cold
X
Wet/Humid conditions
X
Fumes/Dust/Dirt/Smoke
x
Confined areas
X
High places
X
Equipment in motion
X
High noise levels
X
Environmental hazards
X
Exposure to TB
X
Exposure to Blood-borne Pathogens
X
Exposure to Radiant Energy
X
Outdoor/Exposed areas
x
Equipment Used
Equipment Used
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Vehicle Type
Operate vehicles (Select Vehicle)
X
Use hand tools
X
Use power tools
X
Physical Requirements
Physical Dimension
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Weight
Sitting
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Stooping/Climbing
X
Carrying
X
Kneeling
X
Crouching
X
Bending
X
Crawling
X
Reaching
X
Handling
X
Sensory Requirements
Sensory Dimension
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Vision Type
Vision
X
Near and Far
Depth Perception
X
Color Vision
X
Peripheral
x
Concentration
X
Use of keyboard or touchscreen
X
Talking
X
Feeling
X
Smelling
x
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this job classification. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job. This a job profile description and not all duties may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department.