The Opportunity: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing, this position will provide customer service while coordinating services provided in the integrated health center.
What You'll Do: Employees are expected to perform essential duties to performance standards. Reasonable accommodations which do not create an undue hardship on Community Support Services are made for otherwise qualified employees who are disabled under the Americans With Disabilities Act. Essential duties include:
Serve as the primary care clinic contact for the facilitation of client service-related issues
Room patients, complete vitals and gather all needed medical information for provider's
examination
Perform ordered procedures such as spirometry, EKG's, blood glucose testing, hemoglobin
A1c, lipid panel and urinalysis.
Call prescription information into pharmacies and problem solve pharmacy-related issues
Provide clerical assistance to medication technician as needed
Document all patient care in electronic record and maintain current clinical records in
accordance with agency policies and procedures
Re-stock rooms with needed medical supplies.
Assists with prior-authorizations for clients' specialty referrals
Provide referral and scheduling information regarding primary care services available on site
and in the community
Provide clerical assistance to support primary care as needed
Assume other duties as assigned to include assistance in other areas of agency
About Us: For over 35 years, Community Support Services has been making a difference in the lives of countless individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses. Our nearly 300 employees are real-life champions committed to quality treatment, collaborative care, and effective outcomes. Located in downtown Akron, Ohio, we serve as a leader in behavioral health care for the entire Summit County area.
What We're Looking For:
Possession of a High School diploma or the equivalent.
Successful completion of, an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program (Diploma or Associate's degree) that includes clinical training (vital signs, injections, point-of-care lab testing, EKGs, provider assistance, etc.)
Must possess and maintain a reliable personal vehicle.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Applicant must successfully pass required criminal background check and drug test.
Ability to document personal identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act [I-9] requirements.
What We Offer:
Working within a mission-driven, highly engaged environment
A supportive, professional workplace with excellent resources
Engaging, autonomous atmosphere
Professional Development Assistance and Education Assistance Program
Program-Site Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
401(k) with 5% employer contribution
10 paid holidays and 15+ days of PTO annually
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Subsidized membership to local YMCA branches
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability