Responsibilities
- Schedule medical appointments in a timely manner and in accordance with regulations.
- Prepare clinical consultation forms for all medical appointments.
- Ensure sufficient staff are scheduled for medical appointments.
- Accompany individuals and/or staff on medical appointments.
- Ensure all medical documentation is reviewed and signed, and filed appropriately.
- Maintain up-to-date medical appointments.
- Ensure all individuals' lab work is up to date.
- Document and implement all physician recommendations.
- Develop weekly/monthly medical appointment calendars.
- Maintain AMAP certification.
- Submit all prescriptions to ChemRx Pharmacy upon receipt.
- Count and record medications upon delivery.
- Complete 'Client-Specific Sheet' for new medication deliveries.
- Check Medication Cart/Room weekly for expired medications and sufficient supply.
- Reorder medications when supply is insufficient for a minimum of five days.
- Ensure ChemRx Pharmacy receives all original prescriptions.
- Review and log control substances weekly for compliance.
- Discontinue medications as indicated by the prescribing physician.
- Ensure the Medication Room/Cart is clean, orderly, and sufficiently supplied.
- Order medical supplies as needed.
- Ensure all AMAP signatures are on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) prior to the first administration each month.
- File MAR documentation monthly.
- Prepare off-site medication for individuals in accordance with regulations and policy.
- Assist RN in maintaining individuals' medical binders.
- Assist RN in completing forms: infection control, medical appointment, nursing report, resident report.
- Complete all paperwork as requested by RN and Residence Manager.
- Schedule and complete pharmacy review quarterly.
- Review and monitor Bowel Movement charts daily and report issues.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
- Perform Additional Direct Support Professional Duties.
- Assist with morning routines including ADLs, breakfast clean-up, and preparation.
- Assist with dinner preparation if medical coordinator responsibilities are completed.
- Assist individuals with evening routines such as making lunch, tooth-brushing, and laundry.
- Complete laundry if medical coordinator responsibilities are completed.
- Perform food shopping for dinner if needed and time is available.
Requirements
- Comprehensive knowledge of OPWDD regulations.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Good oral communication skills.
- Good written communication skills.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License required.
- Computer literate.
Skills
- AMAP certification
About the Company
- SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients.
- All staff are screened and trained.
- Inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously.
- We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.
