What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Assistant - Puget Sound position at United Wound Healing?
Wound Care AssistantMA / PTA / EMT(Tacoma / Gig Harbor / Auburn)Our mission to change skin and wound care while improving the lives of others isn't easy, but it's worth it! One in ten residents in a skilled nursing facility will develop a skin condition requiring expert medical care. We believe that every person deserves the very best skin and wound care. Your role is a key part of our care team, ensuring every patient has the best opportunity to heal. If you enjoy being a part of a fast-paced team along side our Skin and Wound Specialists, you will find this to be a great career.
- We are accepting applications for potential future opportunities and do not currently have an open position.
- Who we are looking for : MA's, PTA's, and EMT's who have a passion for making a difference in skin and wound care and are willing to travel in-person to patients homes and work with our providers virtually.Main Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to) :
- Traveling autonomously to Private Homes, Adult Family Homes, and Independent Living Facilities
- Utilize Ultramist technology to provide pain-free debridement
- Remove and apply medications and bandages
- Attend regularly scheduled team meetings for continued training, team building, and leadership development
- Accomplish other tasks as assignedSkills required to succeed :
- 1 years experience as an MA, PTA, or EMT; licensed in Washington State
- Ability to travel to multiple locations each day
- Ability to multitask while providing compassionate patient care
- Telehealth experience -preferred
- This fast-paced position requires standing for extended amounts of time
- Driving! Must have reliable transportation; valid driver's license and current auto insurance
- Computer savvy; Intermediate proficiency using MS Suite : Word, Teams, Outlook, and Excel
- Leadership qualities with the ability to work well within a team of healthcare providers and partner facilities
- Must be self-motivated, punctual, dependable, and able to work / schedule appointments independently
- Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to respond appropriately to constant change in priorities and services
- Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people through both verbal and written communication lines
- Must be trustworthy, honest, and have a positive and professional attitudeCompensation : $24.00 - $30.00 hourly - DOEAnticipated Territory : Puget SoundThis position is classified as : Hourly, Non-Exempt; Full-Time employmentHours : Typical hours are Monday through Friday; daytime hours, no nights or weekendsBenefits :
- Associates working 20 hrs per week :
- Medical / Dental / Orthodontic / Vison / RX - 80% towards employee monthly premiums covered, HSA matching, dependent coverage available at employee's expense
- Employer Sponsored Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Insurance : Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, STD, Life
- Paid Time Off :
- Vacation accrual up to 80hrs your first year of employment
- Sick accrual per state law
- 8 paid Holidays for full-time employees
- 401(k) match on first 4%
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Core Values that promote work-life harmony
- No weekend or call
- Work with amazing people who have created a culture where we recognize each other's wins and don't tolerate gossip or dramaWebsite : www.unitedwoundhealing.com
- Do you want to grow personally and professionally by working with the best? We'd love to hear from you!We are a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check. EEO. Learn More
Salary : $24 - $30