The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division is Hiring a Medical Team Leader (LPN) Near Monroe, MI
Assist the Site Administrator with the day-to-day operations of the medical department, while still serving in the medical healthcare provider role.Essential Responsibilities:
Manage all inquiries with regards to information, referral, and/or possible admission
Conduct pre-admission screenings of potential clients for detoxification services
Schedule detoxification admissions/discharges to detoxification and residential programs, including completion of all required medical documents
Review all detoxification protocol applications
Verification that medical charts have been closed properly
Provide coverage for call-off’s and no-show’s
Conduct ADIA admissions/discharge for detoxification clients
Create monthly medical staff schedule
Schedule monthly team meeting with the Physician’s Assistant and/or Medical Director
Conduct staff training for new medical employees and notify current employees of any changes in day-to-day procedures
Prepare order and inventory of medical supplies with assistance of medical staff
Take appropriate action as directed by Medical Director to ensure clients medical stability and in cases emergency facilitate assistance per Harbor Light protocol
Assist Medical Director, Physician’s Assistant, and/or designate in the provision of medical services
Ensure all records, charts, logs and all other pertinent data for medical unit are maintained on a daily basis
2 years of medical experience as a licensed Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse
Experience with substance abuse or mental health populations preferred
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Must possess a working knowledge of HIPAA
Possess a working knowledge of OSHA standards and Universal precautions
Computer Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and e-mail
Experience using Electronic Medical Records systems strongly preferred
Certificates and Licenses:
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
TB test and police clearance
Valid Michigan Chauffeur License and approved by The Salvation Army MVR
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Average Daily Physical RequirementsFrequencyWork in stationary position2 to 5 hoursMove about work areaMore than 5 hoursUse hands/fingers to handle or feel2 to 5 hoursReach with hands and armsLess than 2 hoursClimb (stairs/ladders) or balanceNoneBend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlLess than 2 hoursCommunicate with othersMore than 5 hoursDetect flavors or smellsNoneMove objects up to 30 poundsLess than 2 hoursVisual acuity2 to 5 hoursRead and understand written word2 to 5 hoursDrive or travelNone Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Average Daily Environmental ConditionsFrequencyEnvironment: No exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, chemicals or hazardous equipment. NoneMedical Environment: Exposure to body fluids, radiation, medical equipment, solvents or chemicals.2 to 5 hours Noise: Exposure to constant or intermittent extreme sounds.NoneTemperature: Exposure to extreme heat or cold either indoors or outside.None In addition:RELIABILITY: Ability to be dependable , trustworthy , and committed to doing the best job possible and completing work in a timely and consistent manner.PROBLEM SOLVING: Ability to recognize courses of action to handle problems, gathering and organizing information, identifying cause and effect relationships, and applying contingency plans to solve those problems. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Ability to set priorities and allocate resources properly in order to effectively achieve work responsibilities and objectives.LEADERSHIP: Ability to motivate and guide others to ensure performance in accordance with clear expectations and goals; providing timely guidance and feedback.INITIATIVE: Ability to act promptly and take steps to solve or settle an issue proactively. Powered by JazzHR ag6nhUi7DT