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About the Role

The Medical Support Professional (MSP) oversees medical and medication-related activities for the residence, under the guidance of the program nurse and management. This role involves scheduling appointments, potentially serving as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), and ensuring the implementation of person-centered services and goals. The DSP is also responsible for the overall physical and emotional well-being of individuals.

Responsibilities

Conduct weekly inventory of all medication.
Ensure overnight AMAP performs weekly medication inventory.
Check MAR’s daily for missing signatures.
Check bowel movement charts daily.
Check finger stick charts according to schedule.
Verify controlled medications have a count sheet and are signed and counted daily.
Review MAR monthly for current prescriptions, ensuring a prescription copy is present for each medication.
Ensure prescriptions for controlled medications are current (monthly) and all other medications (six months).
Schedule all medical and dental appointments in conjunction with the program nurse.
Prepare monthly MAR sheets with accurate medication information, dosages, and times.
Confirm prescriptions match medication names and that discontinued medications have a corresponding d/c prescription.
Attend all program medical meetings.
Create a tracking system for medication inventory in conjunction with the Coordinator of Health Services.
Create a tracking system for all medical appointments, diagnostic, and lab testing.
Ensure retrieval of lab or diagnostic testing reports within two weeks.
Complete and attach MIPS forms to CVS prior to appointments, if needed.
Ensure AMAP’s document bowel movements for individuals requiring monitoring.
Check monthly inventory of OTC medications for quantity and expiration dates.
Properly dispose of all expired OTC medications immediately.
In-service new AMAP staff as suggested by the Program RN.
Attend the majority of medical appointments and advocate proactively for individuals.
Inform the nurse and management immediately of any medication changes.
Contact the program nurse after each medical appointment to report the outcome.
Oversee the AMAP communication book, ensuring all AMAP’s read and sign new entries.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, CNA certification, or DSP certificate from an accredited organization required.
Two years or more work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
Valid NYS driver license required.

Skills

Medication administration
Medical appointment scheduling
Record keeping
Communication
Advocacy
Direct Support Professional (DSP) services

Location

Holliswood, NY

Work Type

Full-Time
Day Shift

Experience Level

2+ years preferred

Education Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Direct Support Professional (DSP) certificate

Salary/Compensations

$22.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Additional compensation may be available based on driving responsibilities, required certifications (e.g., AMAP), and length of time in the role.
Pay increases based on certifications, training completion, and job performance.
Total compensation package may include a bi-annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status.
Rewarding work in a team environment.
Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Professional Development opportunities.
Gympass Discount.
Verizon Wireless Discount.
BJs Membership discount.
Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more.

About the Company

For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated.
Visit www.heartshare.org or follow on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook.

Equal Opportunity

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org.