Description

Licensed Vocational Nurses (Swabbers) – full benefits, school locations, regular schedule

Location Chula Vista, CA 91910
Schedule Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM. No Weekends.
Compensation $25-30/hr (DOE)
Benefits 100% free Medical, Dental, Vision

Job Description:

The clinical assistant/swabber will perform testing/nasal swab collection at our various school sites for students and staff of all ages. Types of collections may include Nasopharyngeal swab, Oropharyngeal swab, Mid-turbinate swab, or anterior nasal swab. We are currently hiring for Clinical Assistants/Swabbers in San Diego County, specifically near Chula Vista.

Job Requirements:

Must have a pleasant demeanor, patience, and kindness to effectively work with the students and staff of all ages;

Check in and register students/staff at on-site school locations;

Explain collection procedures to patients and answer any questions that arise;

Perform Nasal Swab collection/testing for Covid19 following specific procedures and protocols;

Comply with all safety policies and procedures in the work area, including the use of protective equipment (PPE) when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious agents;

Stores and prepares specimens for transport according to established procedures

Performs decontamination, and performs all other necessary sanitization processes;

Maintains a clean & safe work environment;

Understands compliance protocols and (PHI/HIPAA);

Complies with OSH and DEP regulations regarding barrier protection, hazardous waste disposal, and proper specimen transport;

Completes annual training and completes continuing education training;

Notifies their Site Manager of any incidents or issues immediately;

Understands patient adverse reactions protocols;

Follow proper incident procedures in the event of an accident, specimen breakage, specimen spill, and patient injury;

Must be able to stand for 8 hours per day;

Must be able to work in a team environment.

Ability and willingness to assist co-workers with workflow as necessary.

Qualifications:

Must have a valid and current state LVN license

Must have full-time, open availability Monday-Friday. Site location hours may vary (most will be 7:30-2:30);

Bi-lingual in Spanish (preferred);

Must be 18 years of age or older with a High School Diploma or GED;

Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation;

Must complete a live scan background check and receive clearance;

Basic computer skills;

Work Conditions:

Site locations are outside in all weather conditions and are open rain or shine

Scrubs are required

Standing/walking outside for 8 hours per day in PPE

Disclaimer: You may be around patients who have contracted COVID-19. This means you will be at risk of being infected, however, we provide all necessary PPE and training to avoid such events from occurring

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Infectious Disease

Physical setting:

• School

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chula Vista, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Required)

Work Location: One location

Qualifications