Open Interviews-Clinical Aide

Position specifics

Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Diploma, Certificate, or Associate's Degree in Medical Assisting, or similar.

Experience

• A minimum of one year working in a chemical dependency facility strongly preferred
• A compassionate understanding of chemical dependence as a disease; preference to persons in recovery from chemical dependency.

Skills

• Valid New York State Driver’s License, acceptable driving record and be able to operate a company vehicle without restriction.
• New York State Certified Nursing Assistant a plus
• Experience with clinical procedures such as specimen collection and diagnostic testing.
• Strong communication skills with medical and clinical practitioners
• Basic Knowledge of healthcare practices, standards, and medical terminology.
• Experience using an electronic health record and ability to accurately record in a progress note
• Proficient in basic computer skills that include using email, Microsoft Word and data entry
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to assist and reassure patients.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Demands

The following lists physical demands an employee will perform on a regular basis

standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, writing, carrying and climbing stairs. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, implements or office equipment; talk and hear; stand and walk, reach with hands and arms; stoop or kneel. Employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and be able to assist an adult weighing 100-200 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to move chairs, beds, and medical equipment, move patients in bed (with or without assistance) and to change bed linens, help clients from floor to chair or bed, and assist with bathing.

Competencies

• Leading Self
• Character and Courage (Integrity and Trust)- 1. Do the right thing, because it is the right thing, even when no one is looking. Truth to Power.
• Customer Focus 1. Build positive relationships through communication and collaborative problem solving.
• Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Justice and Equity 1. Believe in the dignity and humanity of all people to reach their full potential.

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