MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (PART-TIME)

MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

(PART-TIME) City of Newport News

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7 Newport News, VA Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Benefits Vision insurance Qualifications Customer service Basic math Driver's License Task prioritization Pediatric first aid Patient emergency assistance Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION MEDICAL TECHNICIAN JUVENILE SERVICES

Human Resources Newport News, Virginia Department

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under close supervision, this position provides basic first aid to juveniles detained in the residential programs of the Department of Juvenile Services. Reports to the Health Services Administrator.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Follows established medical protocol to provide basic medical care and treatment to Juvenile Detention residents to include assessing height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and vision. Obtains medical history, including possible allergies, chronic health problems, drug abuse, and other pertinent information. Confers with parents to obtain health insurance information. Coordinates with Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) staff, external nurses and physicians, probation officers, social workers, therapists, parents, etc., regarding children's physical and emotional problems. Makes appointments for residents with various health clinic, doctor's offices, and may coordinate hospital emergency room visits as necessary. Provides basic first aid measures for simple injuries and illnesses. Administers prescribed medications in accordance with the State Board of Pharmacy guidelines and physician's directions. Orders medication refills as directed by the Health Services Administrator. Assists with maintaining a medical record for each Juvenile Detention resident in accordance with the Department of Juvenile Justice standards; maintains daily records of medication and treatment administered; ensures compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City's Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

Healthcare

• Knowledge of basic first aid and medical clinic protocols.

Knowledge of local healthcare facilities and resources, including but not limited to local hospitals, mental health agencies, and private physicians. PC# 32476 Page 1 of 3

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09/01/2024 Customer Service

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes setting and meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Safety
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations related to providing basic first aid and healthcare.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Critical Thinking

• Uses logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate complex situations and research information to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to the situation. Interpersonal Relationships
• Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with employees, managers, and representatives from other departments and organizations. Time Management
• Plans and organizes daily work routine.

Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology to meet strict deadlines.

REQUIRED ABILITIES

First Aid

• Ability to recognize, assess, and apply basic aid techniques. Ability to respond to medical complaints and critical medical situations in accordance with applicable regulations and policies. Communication
• Excellent ability to communicate complex ideas and medical protocol effectively so others will understand to include preparation of reports and medical records. Ability to handle a variety of issues with tact and diplomacy and in a confidential manner. Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to customer needs. Mathematics
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations for the essential functions of this position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires completion of a medication training program approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing or a Commonwealth of Virginia Medication Administration License, with at least one year of responsible and related medical assistance experience. Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

An acceptable comprehensive background investigation to include a local, state, and sex offender criminal history check, credit check as well as FBI Fingerprinting; a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. This position requires a pre-employment medical evaluation, PPD, and substance abuse testing and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing. Individuals in this job classification cannot be listed as having a founded child abuse or neglect complaint.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort. PC# 32476 Page 2 of 3

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09/01/2024 Some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Some lifting to include overhead lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (10-20 pounds). May occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (20-50 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at keyboard or workstation.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as odors, hazardous materials, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude/irate patients. PC# 32476 Page 3 of 3

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09/01/2024