The posting
Community Care is hiring a Clinical Assistant/Med Passer. This rewarding opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys team collaboration, being part of a mission driven organization and who shares our mission to help elderly individuals and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities continue to live as independently as possible in the community. This is a full-time opportunity at our Vliet location. Clinical Assistant/Med Passer is responsible for providing clerical support to the clinic staff and providing various personal care services to the members of Community Care. May also be trained and assigned to pass medications under supervision of the RN. Members include: frail elderly, adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities some of whom may also have chronic mental health issues. Clinical Assistant/Med Passer Duties and Responsibilities:• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team and provides follow through on the member plan of care.• May be assigned to administer medications under the supervision of the RN.• Performs blood glucose checks, pacemaker checks, oxygen checks, hand held nebulizer treatments, vital signs and urinalysis tests, Hemoccult tests, and charts information as required.• Assists with x-rays and electrocardiograms (EKGs) as needed, including scheduling.• Assists Medical Assistant with scheduling appointments and transportation.• Checks members in and out of the clinic using Appointment Enterprise System (ES) system.• Weighs members and assists with dressing/undressing them.• Assists onsite providers with visits.• Transports members to and from clinics.• Cleans and stocks clinic area and exam rooms with appropriate supplies, as needed.• Maintains cleanliness of the medication carts.• May assist with filing in Medical Records in coordination with Health Information Specialists.• Assists RNs on home visits as needed.• Provides clerical assistance for clinic staff including faxing, data entry and photocopying.• Communicates member information and concerns to the Clinic Supervisor, clinic staff and/or Lead Personal Care Workers as needed.• Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of member information.• Supports agency’s mission and values.• Performs related duties as assigned. Clinical Assistant/Med Passer Qualifications and Requirements: Education: High school diploma or GED required. Nursing assistant training and certification required. Ability to successfully complete a state approved medication administration/passing certification class. Med pass Clinic Assistant training/certification preferred. Maintains education of 12 hours per year and attends in-services as per facility policy. Clinical Assistant/Med Passer Experience: Two years experience as a nursing assistant in a geriatric health care setting required. Previous experience with Community Care preferred. Dementia experience and working with the developmental and / or physically disabled population helpful.
Community Care is a nonprofit organization with over 40 years of experience helping adults with long-term care needs live as independently as possible. Our Medicare/Medicaid long-term care programs serve the needs of older adults and adults with disabilities. We coordinate and deliver a full range of supportive services that help them live safely, confidently and with dignity. More than 10,000 Wisconsinites trust in us to provide the quality support needed to help them reach their potential in health, happiness and independence. We are Wisconsin-based and have local offices supporting each of the 14 counties we serve. Compensation and Benefits: Our employees make a real difference in people’s lives every day that is why we are proud to offer a compensation package that includes:
Attractive full and part time schedules Generous paid time off Competitive pay and benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.) Retirement Plan with employer contribution Flexible benefits plan Employee referral program Co-Workers care program Employee Assistance Program
Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer



