Patient Care Assistant - Car Seat Technician and Patient Centering - Maternal Child (Days)

Licking Memorial Health Systems•Newark, OH

12h

About The Position

According to established policies and procedures, supports the clinicians leading Centering (OB-GYN provider, midwife, and Perinatal Nurse Navigator) and directly participates in other community education and outreach programs including Certified Car Seat Certification Checks.

Requirements

Must be flexible with scheduling based on timing of Centering Appointments, Community Events, and needs of the department. This includes some evening and weekend coverage.
Greets patients in a timely and courteous manner, presenting a positive, professional appearance and attitude and demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills.
Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired through the performance of job duties.
Maintains work area in a professional and efficient manner, keeping supplies and equipment in an orderly condition.
May assist in scheduling ambulatory follow-up appointments or other follow-up support for patients.
May assist with other Community Education Classes and Events.
Practices acceptable universal precautions and isolation techniques.
Responsible for ensuring that personal performance reflects the LMHS Mission, Vision, Standards of Behavior and Service Goals.
Work requires a high school level of knowledge to be able to read, write, perform simple arithmetic calculations and deal effectively with people. Basic analytical ability is required to gather and interpret data in situations where the problems are not difficult or complex.
Work requires familiarity with various forms, insurance requirements, medical terminology, Epic documentation and departmental procedures, generally acquired through six months experience. Ability to operate multi-line phone systems, fax machine, copiers, and other office equipment.
Must have aptitude and ability to prioritize and organize work effectively, using discretion, initiative, and independent judgement to follow through with assignments.
Maintain Health Care Provider CPR Certification.
LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Responsibilities

Centering Group Facilitation: Co-facilitates prenatal group sessions with providers.
Health Assessments: Obtains vital signs, patient weight, etc. within the group setting, or assist patients to perform self-assessments and then record data as designated scope of the PCA.
Clinical Support: Administers tests (e.g., labs, urine dips, blood pressure).
Program Coordination: Manages logistics for group meetings, including preparing materials, setting up rooms, and treating patients.
Orders supplies and prepares games, activities, and crafts focused on pregnancy, birth, and parenting
Participates in Centering Committee
Participate in home visits with Perinatal Nurse Navigator on an as needed basis
Inspections & Installation: Perform hands-on checks to ensure car seats are installed correctly in vehicles.
Education: Teach parents/caregivers how to properly secure children in seats and select appropriate seats.
Recall Checks: Inspect seats for manufacturer recalls and expiration dates.
Community Outreach: Participate in car seat checkup events, community workshops, and safety clinics.
Documentation: Maintain records of inspections and consultations.