Wound Care Technician/Medical Assistant Or EMT - Wound Care - Jovive Wound Care - Walnut Creek
Job Description
Assist with patient care as directed by the licensed care provider during Wound Care visits. Applies knowledge of first aid procedures to assist physician/advanced provider in treatment of the patient, including changing dressings and applying bandages. Provides accurate, legal, and ethical documentation when performing hands-on patient care. Follows standards and procedures to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment. Follows equipment operating instructions to maintain proper operation and functioning; notifies Medical Director of equipment malfunctions. Cleans and autoclaves equipment daily. Educates advanced providers on proper wound care techniques, including dressings, castings, negative-pressure sound therapy (NPWT), and compression. One (1) year of experience as a Wound Care Technician required. A combination of education and experience that demonstrates attainment of the required competencies may be considered. Medical Assistant or Certified Emergency Medical Technician required. Healthcare experience in an urgent care or primary care setting preferred. Knowledge of clinical compliance. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with team members, including educating them on proper documentation. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures. Ability to uphold Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy regulations. Ability to follow privacy policies regarding Protected Health Information (PHI) and HIPAA set forth in the Privacy Policy Manual. Ability to report for assigned/confirmed shifts punctually and reliably. Numerical aptitude. Trainings to help support and advance your professional growth. Required Experience and Competencies. High school diploma or equivalent required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more. EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included.