Medical Health Care Provider

Aid clients with medical needs.

Provide Health Care services to Harbor Light detox and program clients according to professional standards and The Salvation Army Harbor Light Policies and Procedures.

Manage all inquires with regards to information, referral, and/or possible admission

• Conduct pre-admission screenings of potential clients for detoxification services, schedule detoxification admissions according to Harbor Light admission criteria
• Conduct client admissions/discharges to detoxification and residential programs, including completion of all required medical documents
• Provide general health care of clients which includes but is not necessarily limited to: a) administering and recording medications as prescribed by attending physicians, b) perform vital sign checks and document results
• Take appropriate action as directed by attending physician to ensure clients medical stability and in cases of emergency facilitate assistance per Harbor Light protocol.
• Assist Medical Director or designate in the provision of medical services
• Work with the treatment team to maintain order, discipline, and a substance free environment
• Attend all required staff meetings; training sessions, seminars and/or workshops for staff development
• Maintain records, charts, logs and all other pertinent data for the medical unit on a daily basis

Qualifications:
Possess working knowledge of Occupation, Safety, and Health Administration standards and Universal Precautions

• Possess good communication skills
• TB Test and police clearance required
• Authorization to work within The United States

Education/Experience:
Experience in substance abuse preferred
Computer Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email
Experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred Must possess one of the following Michigan licenses: Registered Nurse, Practical Nurse, EMT, or Paramedic

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