What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Aide position at The Arc of Central Alabama?
Description
The Clinical Aide is responsible for scheduling and transporting individuals to medical and dental appointments, assisting during examinations, and maintaining accurate documentation and communication with medical professionals. This role ensures a safe environment during transport and appointments and supports the overall health and wellness of individuals served.
Key Responsibilities
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If you're passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team.
Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Statement
The Arc of Central Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under federal or state law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage veterans and individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.
The Clinical Aide is responsible for scheduling and transporting individuals to medical and dental appointments, assisting during examinations, and maintaining accurate documentation and communication with medical professionals. This role ensures a safe environment during transport and appointments and supports the overall health and wellness of individuals served.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule, transport, and complete follow-up documentation related to medical and dental appointments for individuals served.
- Assist individuals during medical examinations and communicate their needs and concerns to medical professionals.
- Communicate with supervisors concerning the outcomes of doctor's office visits and procedures.
- Maintain a safe environment for individuals during transport and medical appointments.
- Maintain records of spending related to individuals served.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to safely assist individuals during appointments and transport.
- Experience working in healthcare, social services, or direct-support environments.
- Familiarity with medical terminology or appointment coordination.
- Attention to detail - ensures accuracy in documentation and communication.
- Professionalism - maintains confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.
- Reliability - dependable in scheduling, transport, and follow-through.
- Safety awareness - prioritizes safe practices during transport and appointments.
- Team collaboration - works effectively with clinical staff and supervisors.
- Frequent standing, walking, hand dexterity, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and speaking and listening both near and long distances.
- Vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
- Occasional sitting.
- Frequent lifting and/or moving of more than 100 pounds.
Join Us
If you're passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team.
Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Statement
The Arc of Central Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under federal or state law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage veterans and individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.