WOUND MEDICINE ASSISTANT

Definition and Role

Provides for the delivery of patient care, works collaboratively and under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse/provider; communicates effectively with coworkers, patients, family, and visitors; provides a safe environment for patients; assists patients in obtaining optimal functioning considering their individual capabilities; performs all functions as delegated by the lead nurse; and keeps nursing personnel informed and adheres to the policies and procedures of MedCentris.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Dressing removal, wound cleansing, taking wound photos, measurements & vital signs; set up and clean up patient treatment areas; instrument cleaning, set up for special procedures & sterilization of instruments.
• Dressing application under direction of licensed personnel
• Competency completion for multiple skills as appropriate for scope of practice
• Inventory control and ordering as directed by Clinical Coordinator or Program Director.
• In the field techs are responsible for restocking inventory as directed by their Provider or Program Director
• Able to perform tasks involving physical activity, which may include lifting and carrying at least 50lbs, transferring and repositioning patients, and extensive bending and standing
• Assists with completion of patient testing and treatment procedures
• Assists with processing cultures, labs, biopsies, and various ancillary orders
• Performs required documentation and communicates in a competent and effective manner to meet the needs of the patients, families, and other staff members.
• Must complete charting in a timely manner.
• Charting is to be completed at the facility or immediately after patient care/rounds.
• In the field techs are to assist in obtaining all consents and adding them to the appropriate “Spark” folder
• Assists with appointment confirmation, patient status reports, patient satisfaction reporting, patient disposition management and wound status updates.
• Able to perform multiple administrative tasks and has adequate computer skills.
• Able to assist with the safe transport of patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
• Utilizes time and resources effectively to promote quality and cost outcomes
• In the field techs are to complete time tracking sheet and have them signed by your provider daily once completed
• In the field techs are to turn in completed time tracking sheet to supervisor by the end of each week
• In the field techs are to complete mileage form and turn in to your supervisor weekly
• In the field techs are to turn in the following weeks scheduled times and locations to supervisor by noon every Friday
• Works collaboratively under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
• Attends and participates in meetings upon request, and continuing education.
• Ability to communicate, work effectively and interact well with providers, colleagues and other healthcare professionals and maintain employee and patient confidentiality at all times in written, verbal, and electronic information.
• Assists Provider and professional staff with equipment and supply set up and reports any defect or compromise in a timely manner
• Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and other staff members
• Able to respect and maintain patient confidentiality
• Demonstrates the ability to be effective, flexible, well organized and function well under stressful situations
• Adheres to OSHA standards with regard to infection control & blood borne pathogens
• Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled
• Reports to work on time and scheduled and completes work within designated times as directed
• Adheres to dress code and wears identification while on duty
• Represents MedCentris in a positive and professional manner
• Responds quickly and appropriately to supervisor’s request and carry out assignments with little need for direction
• Able to identify and is alert to changing conditions with patients and follow through appropriately
• Nails are required to be trimmed and cleaned
• Acrylic nails are prohibited
• Treatment room timely turnover: trash removal and sanitizing of all surfaces as indicated
• Inventory: stocking, removal of expired products and proper disposal of shipping boxes
• Appointment confirmation assistance
• Referral letter assistance
• Client satisfaction reporting assistance
• Faxing, DME orders, calls & all administrative support tasks as directed by Charge Nurse
• Appropriate & timely reporting, to Charge Nurse or Manager, of any issue, concern, suspicion or communication that presents a compromise to patient safety, wound outcomes or client satisfaction.
• EHR data entry under direction of Charge Nurse or Provider
• Supply procurement for offsite OP settings
• Report office supply or medical supply needs
• Keep treatment rooms stocked
• Keep supply closet clean & organized
• Frequently checking company email and Spark during business hours
• Monitor time & attendance, refraining from OT w/out prior approval
• Process & autoclave surgical instruments
• Assistance with EHR patient/wound status updates (patients with extensive absences, deceased, discharged, transferred, etc.; needs to be done q 2 weeks at a minimum to ensure more accurate statistics; always check with receptionist or Clinical Coordinator on the status of this task.
• Any and all other duties assigned/requested by your direct supervisor.
• Required to work in neighboring clinics within a 60 mile radius as well as the Home to Heal driving requirements.

Qualifications

• One year experience in a medical office or health care setting preferred.
• Typically, Mon-Fri (8am-5pm); flexibility required to accommodate facility & patient needs.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• CPR/BLS required
• TB and Flu vaccination

Physical Requirements

• Mobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Visual: Constant ability to read information, including close up; constant ability to use a computer screen; frequent use of good overall vision, including color perception.
• Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.
• Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate.