Overview:

We are looking for a strong administrative healthcare candidate with experience in Electronic Medical Records and chart review, for a specialized role through the Geriatrics department of our largest healthcare client in Maine. This position would be closely involved in the assessment of Geriatric patients for enrollment in a program to help with day-to-day needs.

This role is perfect for a candidate with administrative healthcare experience looking to gain specialized experience, or an experienced clinical candidate looking to step away from the physical aspect of MA and/or CNA work.

Shift:

This is a full time position that requires one weekend shift/week, you have the option of a Sunday-Thursday schedule or a Tuesday-Saturday schedule, both would be operational 7:30am-4pm.

What you will do:

• Perform daily thorough geriatric intake assessment and enrollment of new patients into the program. Screening procedure includes medical review, patient/family interview and nurse interview along with EL Nurse Specialist.
• Update treatment plans daily and assign volunteers to work with particular patients and define for them appropriate interventions.
• Implement treatment plans and therapeutic activities which will meet individual and group treatment, under supervision of the clinical staff.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to essential documentation requirements which may encompass screenings, evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries for all assigned patients.
• Work in conjunction with other team members in formulating and implementing treatment plans and treatment approaches for assigned patients.
• Assume responsibility for patient safety when working with the patients.

Requirements:

• A strong healthcare background (Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, etc.) with experience navigating EMR and patient charts.
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to interact with elderly patients in a friendly manner.
• High school education required, degree in a healthcare related field is preferred.
• License/Certifications: Certified as Nursing Assistant by State of Maine, or eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS) as administered by NCTRC, or eligible for LSW with focus on elder care.
• Previous work in elder care preferred but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, ME (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, ME: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person