Medical Technician (On-Call) - MLK BHC Residential

HealthRIGHT 360•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by providing comprehensive, integrated, compassionate care that includes primary medical care, mental health services, and substance use disorder treatment. The MLK Residential Program is a 99-bed facility that provides residential treatment services designed to serve individuals and families with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our program helps clients address addiction and related issues, increase skills, manage stressors, connect to supportive service, and build a foundation for lasting recovery. Residential programs run 24/7 and Individual and group therapy, family therapy, individualized case management, treatment planning, drug and alcohol counseling, Medication support services, and crisis intervention. We are looking for a mission driven, service leader who works well in a team, has experience with managing and supporting staff, champions quality improvement, leads change, and is excited to innovate. The On-Call Medical Technician is a key member of the Program and Medical Team, and as such, has duties that include a level of medication management and documentation and performs clinical and administrative tasks consistent with HealthRIGHT360 policies and protocols.

Requirements

High School Graduate or Equivalent
Minimum of 2 years related experience
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Nice To Haves

Commitment to working with the uninsured and marginalized populations including the homeless, mentally ill, substance users and HIV/AIDS clients

Responsibilities

Client Care & Clinical SupportTake and record accurate vital signs.
Observe universal precautions, including correct handling of bloodborne pathogens, storage of lab specimens, and disposal of infectious waste.
Maintain a safe environment for clients.
Interact with clients to support their participation in the program.
Assist with orientation, admission, transfer, and discharge of clients.
Medication ManagementProvide timely updates and status reports to the physician for clients receiving withdrawal management, MAT, and/or with co-occurring mental disorders.
Facilitate filling of client prescriptions, and work with the pharmacy to ensure medications are delivered in a timely manner.
Audit the medication room and destroy medications as needed, per policy.
Maintain the medication book in compliance with all funder requirements and update it monthly.
Administration and Other DutiesDocument client treatment progress, incident reports, and medical follow-ups.
Identify, report, and assist with the management of emergencies, and submit incident reports to the Program Director in a timely manner.
Adhere to professional standards.
Provide clerical support as assigned.
Complete all assigned training in a timely manner.
Attend and actively participate in meetings and supervision.
Maintain compliance with licensing requirements.
And perform other duties as assigned.