Medical Appointments Technician

The Arc Montgomery County•Derwood, MD

9h•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Medical Coordinator in the Community Living Services (CLS) division, the Medical Appointments Technician (MAT) is responsible for appropriate scheduling of all medical appointments accompanying people we support to their medical appointments and interacting with health agencies and medical professionals to coordinate the best possible medical care. The MAT will manage medical appointments as assigned to ensure medical exams are up-to-date and in compliance with Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) and DDA regulations. The MAT will assist the Program Managers and Assistant Directors with gaps in the schedule when the medical appointments fall in between shifts and/or a person supported is taken to the ER during the hours of 9 am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Two years of relevant experience.
Reliable vehicle and valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Ability to successfully complete all training requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children or adults in a care-giving setting.
Experience administering medications.
Experience accompanying people on medical appointments.
Experience working with people with IDD.
30 relevant credit hours may be substituted for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

Schedule all medical appointments.
Accompany people we support to their medical appointments.
Interact with health agencies and medical professionals to coordinate medical care.
Manage medical appointments to ensure medical exams are up-to-date and in compliance with Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) and DDA regulations.
Assist Program Managers and Assistant Directors with gaps in the schedule during specific hours when medical appointments fall between shifts or a person supported is taken to the ER.