Health Care Coordinator (NON LIC)

Samaritan Daytop Village • Town of Wawarsing, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a Healthcare Force for Good! Samaritan Daytop Village is a nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency with over 60 programs across New York City and the greater New York Area. We serve over 33,000 New Yorkers annually, and our success depends on those we employ. Under the general supervision of the RN and/or Physician, the Health Care Coordinator will support providers in the provision of health care, including recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, and assisting with procedures and documentation for designated approved OASAS programs. The role assesses, plans, evaluates, and delivers patient care in collaboration with the RN and/or Physician. Additionally, the incumbent will be a member of the interdisciplinary clinical team at their assigned facility and participate in case conferences, treatment, and discharge planning meetings. The Health Care Coordinator will serve as a liaison between the agency’s clinical treatment team and the external primary medical care provider, ensuring continuity of care for clients with medical conditions. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Requirements

• BLS certification.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• At least One (1) year experience working in a human services program in a caregiving role.
• Available to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to participant and staff needs.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
• Ability to put patients at ease and explain physician’s instructions.
• Ability to multi-task with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient records.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Team player and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN or Physician with patient care including checking vital signs, blood pressure, pulse rate, breathing, temperature, and weight, discussing chief health concerns, and performing tests.
• Takes patient’s medical history, all pretreatment formalities, and enters data in the computer system.
• Follows orders of physician and registered nurse in providing care.
• Ensures that medications are given to the intended patient in a safe and correct manner with proper documentation.
• Assists self-directed patients in taking medications.
• Handles proper charting, documentation, and maintenance of medical records.
• Records patient clinical records are a detailed report of care given.
• Reinforces instructions given to patients by RN or Physician.
• Notifies RN or Physician of significant findings or changes in patient’s physical or mental condition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED