What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Technician position at Procare Home Medical?
Job Overview:
The Clinical Technician possess appropriate skill sets to train and educate clients to safely use home medical equipment and supplies, while providing ongoing support as appropriate. The Clinical Technician works with Respiratory Therapists and other members of the Procare Team to implement a Care Plan to support the Client and Referral source goals. The Clinical Technician should also possess communication skills allowing for optimal instruction of clients and/or caregivers on the care and use of oxygen systems, nebulizers, CPAPs, Apnea monitors, feeding pumps, and other therapies associated with respiratory and home care. This position is expected to participate in insurance qualification, follow-up, documentation, and communication with clients and referral sources.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts downloads of recording devices such as apnea monitors, oximeters, CPAP devices, and other respiratory equipment.
- Performs functional tests on certain respiratory equipment as required by branch.
- Instructs patients on the basic use of their self-administration of respiratory equipment, as approved by local and state licensure limitations.
- Ensures that patients understand the proper operation and maintenance of the equipment.
- Conducts appropriate patient follow-up contacts.
- Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent patient information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
- Consults with respiratory care practitioner regarding patient treatment, medical condition and home environment.
- Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- 2 years of clinical DME/Home Care experience
- CNA License (preferred)
- Good oral and written communication skills
- People sensitive characteristics with a desire to help others
- Good computer skills
- Able to function as a polite and cooperative team member with a positive attitude
- Must be detail oriented
- Valid Alaska Driver’s License and Car Insurance
Benefits:
Procare Home Medical offers medical/dental/vision insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off for full time employees. Starting base compensation is $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on experience. Come join us at this exciting time as we move forward in our growth!
Procare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Procare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Procare expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Procare’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Salary : $18 - $22
