Job description

• Monday through Friday
• Day shift
• $20 to $24/hr
• Located in the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, CO

Job Overview at Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine LLC:

The Wound Care Technician (Medical Assistant) will work closely with the medical team in the coordination of patient care and overall safety of the patient. The wound care technician (Medical Assistant) will resume responsibility for patients while undergoing wound care treatments and procedures and/or hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This position will also be responsible to transport patients using the company vehicle, as needed, to and from the patient's residence to the clinic in Englewood, CO.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Under the direction and supervision of the team, provide direct patient care to patients requiring wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy; which includes but is not limited to taking vitals, charting in an electronic medical record (EMR), measuring, taking photographs of wounds, assisting with medical treatments and ordering medical supplies.
• Assists physicians and nurses with wound care procedures.
• Is responsible for cleaning and stocking of patient care areas which includes putting away of supplies and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Follows department policies and procedures as it pertains to items approved in a hyperbaric environment to ensure the safety of our patients. Communicates any findings to the safety director before any treatment commences.
• Maintains a safe environment in the unit for all patients and staff.
• Immediately informs management of any special working conditions and/or concerns, such as infection control, hazardous material control, confined spaces, etc.
• Participate in department safety drills, as well as any hospital continuous quality improvement and risk management programs, including organizational safety committee meetings.
• Proficient in emergency fire safety procedures within the wound center and hyperbaric environment.
• Under the direction and supervision team, provides patient education as it pertains to wound care dressings, hygiene, etc. and/or hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
• Provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment for approved chronic wound patients. Thoroughly documents patient information in electronic medical record (EMR) in an accurate and timely manner, according to organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Assists in medical office duties such as answering phones, coordinating patient scheduling, obtaining new patient phone intakes, and obtaining additional clinical documentation.
• Demonstrates both knowledge and application of company policies, procedures, guidelines, and accrediting standards.
• Verbalizes and demonstrates knowledge of procedures for maintaining security, confidentiality (HIPAA) and integrity of employee, patient, family and other medical information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications for This Role Include:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Currently Licensed/Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with the state of Colorado OR Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Other medical certification may be accepted.
• Valid Driver's License with positive driving history.
• Current BLS from approved agency.
• Must possess proficient computer skills and experience in clinical documentation (charting) and navigating an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Must possess the ability to multitask.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to treat patients with compassion and patience.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• Positive background check, negative drug screen, and hospital credentials (as needed) required.

Travel:

• This position may require light ground and/or air travel.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by a Wound Care Technician (Medical Assistant) to successfully perform the essential competencies, duties, and requirements of this position. These include standing, walking, driving, lifting up to 50 pounds and sitting for extended periods of time. In addition, pushing, pulling, stooping, squatting and shifting heavy objects, as well as air travel, may be required. Employees should ask for assistance if needed.

Core Values We Admire:

• Respect and dignity
• Commitment to quality of care
• Compassion
• Improving lives
• Working together for people
• Everyone counts

What We Offer:

• Insurance benefits: medical, dental, vision
• Supplemental health insurance options (accident, cancer, hospital, plus more)
• Life Insurance & Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Company Holidays
• Internal promotion opportunities
• 401(k) Plan

All employees are required to comply with HIPAA policies and procedures.

https://www.centerforwoundhealing.net/careers/

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Key words: 1st shift, Day Shift, Certified Medical Assistant, CMA, Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, Hospital, Medical Office, Doctors Office

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Burn Care
• Dermatology
• Wound Care

Schedule:

• 5x8
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Medical office

License/Certification:

• CMA, CNA or EMT license (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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