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GENERAL INFORMATION
- Location:
- Cedar City, UT
- Salary:
- $20,324 to $23,424 (DOE)
- Date posted:
- Feb 08 2011
- Date expires:
- Feb 18 2011 (This job post already expired)
EMPLOYER
- Company:
-
The Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah
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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB SUMMARY
Works under the direct supervision of the CHR Manager and in conjunction with the Community Health Nurse to help improve the health status, health knowledge, attitudes and practices of tribal community by promoting, supporting and assisting with health assessments, home assessments, vital sign measurements, diabetes blood testing, medical treatments (with supervision), medical transportation, health education and prevention. Works with the elders and children. In accordance with federal law, priority will be given to qualified Native American applicants.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties as assigned.
Assists with special projects and conducts health activities.
Assists clients with disabilities with medical conditions.
Visits clients in their homes.
Performs vital sign measurements.
Assists with patient Activities of Daily Living.
Functions as a home health assistant as needed.
Performs diabetic foot exams (visual and sensory).
Performs diabetic blood testing.
Performs minimal patient assessments.
Provides general health education.
Provides education in the use of such things as: walkers, crutches, wheelchairs and canes.
Provides minimal nutritional education.
Makes referrals for needed services.
Transports clients for medical services.
Explains available health programs and policies.
Fills in for Clinic Receptionist as needed.
Assists with community health service clinics.
Assists with community health promotion and disease prevention events.
Enters diagnostic patient data into the PCC program.
Maintains official patient medical records.
Records information that generates critical data to the Federal Government for funding or various programs
Assists clients in filling out eligibility forms for services.
Attends training and conferences to meet requirements for maintaining certification.
Requires frequent travel to fulfill job responsibilities.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening.
Must be able to pass a background investigation.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
High School diploma, equivalent GED or higher.
Active CNA certification required.
CPR, First Aid and CHR certifications required but can obtain once employed.
Experience or knowledge in health care.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to teach and demonstrate healthy lifestyle practices.
Ability to analyze and evaluate clients' situations, reach sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to effectively meet and communicate with the public.
Good working knowledge of computers.
Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and effectively.
Ability to effectively organize workload and manage time.
Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
Ability to maintain records and files with precision and accuracy.
Ability to deal with people in a manner that shows cultural sensitivity, tact and professionalism.
Ability to make independent judgments which have minor impacts on the department.
Ability to learn assigned tasks and adhere to prescribed department policies and procedures.
Ability to work independently and as part of a medical team.
Ability to accept direction on given assignments.
Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with difficult or angry clients and work in a collaborative and cooperative way with co-workers and the tribal community.
Ability to work with minimum supervision, while recognizing situations that require management attention.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and clients.
Knowledge of the Native American community is helpful.
Demonstrates respect for and awareness of Native American customs and traditions.
BENEFIT PACKAGE
No cost health, dental and life insurance for employee and dependents.
$250 pp/per calendar year deductible for health insurance.
Employee and family are eligible to use onsite medical clinic.
Copays waived for employee and family at all tribal medical clinics.
No cost (formulary) prescriptions for employee and half price (formulary) prescriptions for family.
Immediately eligible for 14 ½ paid holidays per year.
Immediately eligible for 8 hrs of sick leave accrual each month.
Annual leave (vacation pay) based on years of service.
All accruals roll over year to year.
Company match of 401k contributions.
Paid licensure renewal.
Paid trainings and continuing education courses.
Paid military leave.
Paid court/jury leave.
Paid funeral leave.
Vehicles provided for travel and training.
Bi-weekly paycheck.
Submit application, resume and copies of: CNA certificate, driver’s license and highest educational degree to:
The Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah
Attn: Chantelle Pete
440 North Paiute Drive
Cedar City, UT 84721
or chantelle.pete@ihs.gov
www.utahpaiutes.org
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