CNA/MA/CMA(Bilingual Spanish)

Vna Healthcare • Aurora, IL

126d • $20 - $21

About The Position

The Patient Care Associate (CNA/MA/CMA) performs basic screening procedures for a primary care clinic as assigned. This role involves assisting in the well functioning of on and off site clinics and demonstrating competency in various advanced-level skills. The Patient Care Associate is responsible for a range of tasks including preparing the physical set-up of clinics, completing and recording vital signs, conducting quality control checks, sterilizing instruments, and providing translation services for patients and staff.

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Provides proof of program completion from an approved Certified Nurse Assistant.
• Maintains CPR card.
• Ability to type and basic computer skills.
• Effective communication skills, including neat and legible handwriting.
• Ability to translate medical information effectively.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English: Reading - Preferred, Written - Preferred, Speaking - Required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares physical set-up of clinics and cleans up after clinic.
• Completes, records, and graphs client's length/height, weight, head circumference, and vital signs.
• Completes and records Waived Testing as applicable.
• Conducts quality control checks on all CLIA waived equipment.
• Completes sterilization of instruments and maintains autoclave.
• Prepares laboratory specimens for pick-up or mailing.
• Directs clients in completion of clinic forms.
• Notifies staff nurse of problems or alterations in client status.
• Assists staff nurse, clinic physician, or Nurse Practitioner as requested.
• Provides translation services and support for health center patients.
• Maintains current CPR certification.
• Familiarizes and complies with all VNA policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness and Personal Accident Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED