Overview:
Administrative Assistant Med Tech
Pay: $16.00/hr
Shift: 7am to 7pm Rotating Schedule
The Administrative Assistant (AA) will report to the Assistant Director of Nursing. The mission of the Administrative Assistant is to assist nursing staff with effectively managing medication administration, checking vital signs, performing other nursing duties as directed by a licensed nurse, and documenting care in the medical record. The AA is responsible for adhering to all policies, procedures, and infection control protocols. The AA will work collaboratively with multiple departments and parents/guardians to establish and maintain healthy program culture and norms. The nursing department will be staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Responsibilities:
Appropriately applies knowledge of basic concepts in pre-adolescent and adolescent health and development.
Manages common health conditions within scope of practice.
Complies with Infection Control Standard Operating Procedure(s) (SOP).
Complies with safe medication administration practices per SOPs.
Student health requirements for physicals, dental, vision, and immunization are communicated to ADON or transportation department in a timely manner to maintain compliance with state regulations and guidance.
Completes Missouri Medication Certification Program Level 1, Medication Aide Training Program, or a recognized medication certification training program during 90-day integration period
Qualifications:
Completed Missouri Medication Certification Program Level 1, Medication Aide Training Program, or a recognized medication certification training program
Must be 21 years of age or older
Has a High School Diploma or GED
Is able to pass State and Federal background checks
Physical Requirements
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Sitting/standing – employee may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
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Walking – employee may be required to walk considerable distance during the workday
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Carrying – employee may be required to carry objects in his or her arms and must have full mobility of arms to perform Safe Crisis Management (SCM)
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Lifting – employee may be required to raise and lower students from one level to another during the shift and must be able to lift 45 lbs. to perform SCM
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Stooping and crouching – employee is required to bend forward at the waist and/or kneel to perform SCM
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Climbing stairs – employee must be able to climb stairs
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
Paid time off, including seven (7) paid holidays
Flexible shifts and work environment
Free meals from our amazing kitchen
Monthly access to an on-site doctor for physicals or treatment of acute issues
401(k) retirement plan (after 60 days of employment) with a broad range of investment options and matching contributions
CPR, Safe Crisis Management, and First Aid training and certification
Referral bonuses
Staff appreciation events
Employee assistance program
Calo Programs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. Calo Programs recruits a diverse staff to contribute to the organization's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.