Optometrist, Physical Therapist, Medical Assts & Phlebotomists Needed
InSync Consulting is a Registry contracted with the CDCR to provide healthcare workers to correctional facilities throughout the State of California. We have immediate and upcoming needs for many positions in several of the 36 facilities throughout the state. Working through InSync for the CDCR is one of the fastest ways to get in with the State.
ASAP Please provide me with the following
Requirements:
1. Current and Active Copy of the Front and Back of your California Driver's License
2. Current Copy of the Front and Back of your BLS (Basic Life Support) certificate accredited by the
American Heart Association
3. Current Copy of the Front and Back of your Licenses and Certifications
4. 3 Reference Letters or Professional References
(References are the #1 reason the process is held up and delayed. Please make references
top priority.
For confidential and immediate consideration, please reply with your resume.
Cheers,
George Anast
InSync Consulting Services LLC
Ph: 916-244-2085 ext.105
Cell: 916-872-3380
email removed
InSync is proud to be a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise and Certified Small Business
OPTOMETRY Qualification Requirements All Temporary/Relief Optometrists assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below: 1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience. 2. Possess and maintain while performing services for the CDCR a current and valid license issued by the State of California, Board of Optometry in order to perform services in the State of California. 3. Any Temporary/Relief Optometrists providing services through this Agreement must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Optometrists must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Optometrist who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services. Service Delivery Requirements Under the direction of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, the Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice of the Optometrist and in accordance with Institution/Facility policies and procedures. The duties of the Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall include, but are not limited to, the following requirements: a. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall ensure that all ordered Optometry services will be scheduled consistent with the Optometry need. Once scheduled, service shall be delivered at the time scheduled unless unavoidable circumstances occur; b. Temporary/Relief Optometrist will provide examination, diagnosis, treatment, prescription information, and simple repairs only, in accordance with Business and Professions Code 3041 et al; c. Temporary/Relief Optometrist will refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment(s), and/or surgery to CDCR/CCHCS contract physicians and/or healthcare facilities, Medical/surgical emergencies where contract provider(s) are not immediately available are exempt; d. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall maintain continuity of all work performed from start to finish; e. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall provide Optometry visual services and diagnoses and treatment for the following specific conditions: allergies, infectious diseases, and non-systematic inflammations of the conjunctiva, using diagnostic agents and topical products; e.g., miotics, lubricants, non-steroidal anti-allergy agents, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, antibiotic agents, and hyperosmotics, in accordance with Chapter 7 of the Business and Professional Code and National Standards, and;Page 2 of 2 Job Description Optometry - MRN (1) Optometry services shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (a) Complete Optometry/Optometric evaluation/diagnostic assessment. I. FULL EXAMINATION 1. Preliminary Testing a. Visual Acuity, History, Visual Field Services with appropriate diagnostic equipment b. Cover Test at 20' and 16' c. NearPointConvergence d. Rotations e. Pupils f. Tonometry (equipment and supplies provided by Institution). 2. Ophthalmoscopy (undilated) 3. Refraction a. Retinoscopy b. Subjective c. MuscleBalance d. Near Point Add e. PD and Segment Height Measurement II. PARTIAL EXAMINATION 1. Anterior Segment Exam 2. Glaucoma Evaluation; e.g., Tonometry and Ophthalmoscopy (perform monitoring of glaucoma patients) 3. Retinal Disease Evaluation III. ADDITIONAL SERVICES 1. Recheck a. Verification of prescription b. If an error in the prescription is found, Temporary/Relief Optometrist will redo refraction 2. Mechanical Adjustments & Repair (Institution/Facility will supply replacement materials) a. Fittings b. Adjustment of frames c. Simple repair (e.g., replacing lenses into frames, replace nose pad, etc.) (b) Optometry examination and writing/issuance of prescription; (c) Optometric treatment such as medication, face-to-face therapy, including ocular health examination of diabetic patient/youth (dilate Fundoscopy and recommendations for referral to retinal specialist when indicated); (d) Development of an individual treatment plan and coordination of professional and para-professional services (includes frame selection, dispensing and fitting of corrective lenses and/or contact lenses when medically necessary and approved by the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee); (e) Ongoing evaluation and prognostication;. (f) Provide ophthalmic referrals when professionally indicated;. (g) Emergency ocular services for trauma or systemic disease including coordination of treatment plan with staff physicians, but only during clinic hours; (h) Follow-up services
PHYSICAL THERAPIST Qualification Requirements All Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below: 1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. 2. Possess and maintain while performing services for the CDCR a current and valid license issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California to practice Physical Therapy in the State of California including adherence to all laws and regulations governing the practice of physical therapy in California. 3. Education Required: Graduation from an approved Physical Therapy program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Physical Therapy or its predecessor, the Joint Review Committee for Physical Therapy Education. 4. Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists must maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Possess current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association Provider or American Red Cross (with AED). 5. Each Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists shall be in compliance with 8 CCR 5199 standards for both current N95 and Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) medical clearance and annual general respiratory protection training which is to include a request to repeat PLHCP clearance if they develop 1) marked immunocomprompromise or pregnancy which might require great respiratory protection than N95s provide or 2) a health condition which might limit N95 or PAPR use and completion of the annual 8 CCR 5199 Appendix G questionnaire. 6. Any Temporary/Relief Physical Therapist providing services through this Agreement must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services. Service Delivery Requirements Under the direction of the Institution CEO/CME or designee, the Temporary/Relief Physical Therapist duties/responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to: a. Perform care consistent with the scope of licensure and in accordance with the CDCR Institution/Facilities policies and procedures and consistent with generally accepted evidence based Physical Therapy practices. Care provided must be sufficiently complex and consistent with the unique skills of a physical therapist; b. Provide Physical Therapy and evaluations on an as needed basis on CDCR patient/youth as pre-scheduled by designated Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee;Page 2 of 2 Job Description Physical Therapist - MRN c. Provide Physical Therapy services to patient/youth upon physician referral and order, or upon direct access to the Physical Therapy services in cases where the patient/youth is seeking Physical Therapy for an existing and documented diagnosis; d. Provide an initial assessment/evaluation on each referral and develop a treatment plan consistent with those findings and be responsible for communicating the treatment plan to the patient/youth and any relevant medical personnel; e. Reports or assessments/evaluations and progress notes shall be completed utilizing CDCR approved documentation forms in the patient's chart and/or outpatient health record; f. Vendor Worker shall be available for telephone consultation while on duty at the Institution/Facility; g. Maintain all charting on a daily basis. Any chart remaining delinquent for more than ten (10) days could result intermination of the Vendor Worker
Phlebotomists
All Temporary/Relief Phlebotomists assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below:
1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience.
2. Possess and maintain while providing services to CDCR a current and valid license issued by the California Dept. of Public Health Board, Laboratory Field Services (CDPH-LFS), as required to perform services in the State of California.
3. Each Temporary/Relief Phlebotomist shall be in compliance with 8 CCR 5199 standards for both current N95 and Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) medical clearance and annual general respiratory protection training which is to include a request to repeat PLHCP clearance if they develop 1) marked immunocomprompromise or pregnancy which might require great respiratory protection than N95s provide or 2) a health condition which might limit N95 or PAPR use and completion of the annual 8 CCR 5199 Appendix G questionnaire.
4. Temporary/Relief Phlebotomists must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Phlebotomists must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Phlebotomist who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services.
Service Delivery Requirements
Under the direction of the Institution CEO/CME or designee, the Temporary/Relief Phlebotomist shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for Phlebotomy services in accordance with Institution policies and procedures.
Duties/Responsibilities shall include, but not limited to the following:
a. Perform venipuncture and finger sticks using standard equipment to include vacutainer tubes and sleeves, tourniquets, blood culture, syringes and butterfly needles;
b. Communicate to patient/youth on the procedure to be done;
c. Collect and distribute specimens from patient/youth for laboratory testing per testing requirements;
d. Centrifuge, label and store blood samples for analysis by CCHCS Clinical Laboratory staff and/or external laboratory service providers;
e. Maintain inventory of supplies, stock supplies and hand trays;
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Job Description Phlebotomist - MRN
f. Follow Institution written standard procedures, or follow standard phlebotomy practices for positive patient/youth identification;
g. Perform other duties as required including assisting Nurses, Medical providers, and/or laboratory personnel in obtaining blood from hard to draw patients and maintaining appropriate records of specimens drawn;
h. Obtain blood specimens from patient/youth under a variety of conditions;
i. Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
j. Process non-blood clinical specimens accordingly for testing or send outs;
k. Perform test order recording into electronic system per procedure;
l. Handle and properly label bio hazardous specimens;
m. Maintain a clean, neat and safe work environment; and
n. Work under stress, critical, unusual or dangerous situations where speed and attention to detail are important aspects of the tasks.
Phlebotomists shall have knowledge of:
a. Pre-analytical testing phase of Clinical Laboratory operations.
b. Medical terminology.
c. Patient privacy.
d. Principles and practices of proper venipuncture techniques.
e. Correct color-coded tubes for laboratory testing per testing requirements.
f. Proper processing of blood samples and other clinical specimens for laboratory testing.
g. Safe handling of blood and blood products for laboratory testing.
h. Transmission of infection and methods for prevention.
i. The major constituents of whole blood, serum, and plasma.
j. The basic expectations of normal blood clotting and when post-phlebotomy bleeding may be excessive.
k. Signs and symptoms of physical problems that may occur during blood collection; and
I. Protocols to prevent sample cross-contamination.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Qualification Requirements
All Temporary/Relief Medical Assistants assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below:
1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience.
2. Possess and maintain while providing services to CDCR a current and valid Medical Assistant Certificate from an agency approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California, to practice as a Medical Assistant.
3. Possess Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association Provider or American Red Cross (with AED);
4. Possess documentation of completion of a competency validation process meeting the requirements of Title 22, Section 70016 prior to performing the duties required by the CDCR.
5. Any Temporary/Relief Medical Assistants providing services through this Agreement must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Psychiatric Technicians must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Medical Assistant who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services.
Service Delivery Requirements
Under the licensure of a Physician and Surgeon, or Podiatrist, and under assigned administrative supervision at a correctional Institution/Facility, the Temporary Relief Medical Assistant shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant in accordance with the Institution's policies and procedures. The Temporary/Relief Medical Assistant will perform a variety of administrative and clinical duties, which includes procedures as regulated by certification such as, but not limited to, the following:
a. Administer basic life support in emergency situations to patient/youth and staff;
b. Use medical equipment safely;
c. Administer intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and skin tests;
d. Administer eye/ear washes;
e. Administer prescribed medications topically, sublingually, and orally;
f. Administer basic breathing treatments;
g. Remove casts, splints, sutures, and other external devices;
h. Change simple dressing;
i. Collect blood via capillary and venipuncture techniques;
j. Collect lab specimens using appropriate collection equipment; label specimens appropriately for evaluation;
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Job Description Medical Assistant - MRN
k. Measure vital signs;
I. Administer basic vision tests when indicated;
m. Conduct Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments-waived point of care testing for the purpose of determining a patient/youth's physical condition;
n. Demonstrate the use of healthcare appliances (i.e., canes, crutches, braces);
o. Attend to the physical needs of patient/youth in order to ensure comfort;
p. Perform therapeutic interventions in order to assist patient/youth in regaining or improve physical/behavior adaptive skills;
q. Explain treatment procedures and medical instructions; communicate with patient/youth and staff in order to gather information necessary for completing job duties; provide effective communication to patient/youth with disabilities;
r. Identify patient/youth with disabilities in order to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided;
s. Care for patents'/youths' personal property in order to ensure safe storage until it is returned;
t. Assist and follow provider orders during medical exams and treatments;
u. Interview patient/youth to obtain medical information in order to inform provider; prepare patient/youth for medical examinations; escort patient/youth to the exam room from the waiting area with and without the assistance of correctional officers;
v. Observe, document and report clinical symptoms and behavior; record medical history; i.e., test results, vitals, in the health record; prepare exam rooms;
w. Maintain confidentiality when dealing with medical information;
x. Practice universal precautions in order to maintain infection controls;
y. Identify and report possible security breaches that could lead to escape; identify and report behavior that may signal an impending incident; and
z. Schedule patient/youth; inventory medical clinic and office supplies; and assist staff in the counting, distribution, and accounting for all utensils to prevent their use as weaponsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
ASAP Please provide me with the following
Requirements:
1. Current and Active Copy of the Front and Back of your California Driver's License
2. Current Copy of the Front and Back of your BLS (Basic Life Support) certificate accredited by the
American Heart Association
3. Current Copy of the Front and Back of your Licenses and Certifications
4. 3 Reference Letters or Professional References
(References are the #1 reason the process is held up and delayed. Please make references
top priority.
For confidential and immediate consideration, please reply with your resume.
Cheers,
George Anast
InSync Consulting Services LLC
Ph: 916-244-2085 ext.105
Cell: 916-872-3380
email removed
InSync is proud to be a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise and Certified Small Business
OPTOMETRY Qualification Requirements All Temporary/Relief Optometrists assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below: 1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience. 2. Possess and maintain while performing services for the CDCR a current and valid license issued by the State of California, Board of Optometry in order to perform services in the State of California. 3. Any Temporary/Relief Optometrists providing services through this Agreement must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Optometrists must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Optometrist who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services. Service Delivery Requirements Under the direction of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, the Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice of the Optometrist and in accordance with Institution/Facility policies and procedures. The duties of the Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall include, but are not limited to, the following requirements: a. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall ensure that all ordered Optometry services will be scheduled consistent with the Optometry need. Once scheduled, service shall be delivered at the time scheduled unless unavoidable circumstances occur; b. Temporary/Relief Optometrist will provide examination, diagnosis, treatment, prescription information, and simple repairs only, in accordance with Business and Professions Code 3041 et al; c. Temporary/Relief Optometrist will refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment(s), and/or surgery to CDCR/CCHCS contract physicians and/or healthcare facilities, Medical/surgical emergencies where contract provider(s) are not immediately available are exempt; d. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall maintain continuity of all work performed from start to finish; e. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall provide Optometry visual services and diagnoses and treatment for the following specific conditions: allergies, infectious diseases, and non-systematic inflammations of the conjunctiva, using diagnostic agents and topical products; e.g., miotics, lubricants, non-steroidal anti-allergy agents, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, antibiotic agents, and hyperosmotics, in accordance with Chapter 7 of the Business and Professional Code and National Standards, and;Page 2 of 2 Job Description Optometry - MRN (1) Optometry services shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (a) Complete Optometry/Optometric evaluation/diagnostic assessment. I. FULL EXAMINATION 1. Preliminary Testing a. Visual Acuity, History, Visual Field Services with appropriate diagnostic equipment b. Cover Test at 20' and 16' c. NearPointConvergence d. Rotations e. Pupils f. Tonometry (equipment and supplies provided by Institution). 2. Ophthalmoscopy (undilated) 3. Refraction a. Retinoscopy b. Subjective c. MuscleBalance d. Near Point Add e. PD and Segment Height Measurement II. PARTIAL EXAMINATION 1. Anterior Segment Exam 2. Glaucoma Evaluation; e.g., Tonometry and Ophthalmoscopy (perform monitoring of glaucoma patients) 3. Retinal Disease Evaluation III. ADDITIONAL SERVICES 1. Recheck a. Verification of prescription b. If an error in the prescription is found, Temporary/Relief Optometrist will redo refraction 2. Mechanical Adjustments & Repair (Institution/Facility will supply replacement materials) a. Fittings b. Adjustment of frames c. Simple repair (e.g., replacing lenses into frames, replace nose pad, etc.) (b) Optometry examination and writing/issuance of prescription; (c) Optometric treatment such as medication, face-to-face therapy, including ocular health examination of diabetic patient/youth (dilate Fundoscopy and recommendations for referral to retinal specialist when indicated); (d) Development of an individual treatment plan and coordination of professional and para-professional services (includes frame selection, dispensing and fitting of corrective lenses and/or contact lenses when medically necessary and approved by the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee); (e) Ongoing evaluation and prognostication;. (f) Provide ophthalmic referrals when professionally indicated;. (g) Emergency ocular services for trauma or systemic disease including coordination of treatment plan with staff physicians, but only during clinic hours; (h) Follow-up services
PHYSICAL THERAPIST Qualification Requirements All Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below: 1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. 2. Possess and maintain while performing services for the CDCR a current and valid license issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California to practice Physical Therapy in the State of California including adherence to all laws and regulations governing the practice of physical therapy in California. 3. Education Required: Graduation from an approved Physical Therapy program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Physical Therapy or its predecessor, the Joint Review Committee for Physical Therapy Education. 4. Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists must maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Possess current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association Provider or American Red Cross (with AED). 5. Each Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists shall be in compliance with 8 CCR 5199 standards for both current N95 and Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) medical clearance and annual general respiratory protection training which is to include a request to repeat PLHCP clearance if they develop 1) marked immunocomprompromise or pregnancy which might require great respiratory protection than N95s provide or 2) a health condition which might limit N95 or PAPR use and completion of the annual 8 CCR 5199 Appendix G questionnaire. 6. Any Temporary/Relief Physical Therapist providing services through this Agreement must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Physical Therapists who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services. Service Delivery Requirements Under the direction of the Institution CEO/CME or designee, the Temporary/Relief Physical Therapist duties/responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to: a. Perform care consistent with the scope of licensure and in accordance with the CDCR Institution/Facilities policies and procedures and consistent with generally accepted evidence based Physical Therapy practices. Care provided must be sufficiently complex and consistent with the unique skills of a physical therapist; b. Provide Physical Therapy and evaluations on an as needed basis on CDCR patient/youth as pre-scheduled by designated Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee;Page 2 of 2 Job Description Physical Therapist - MRN c. Provide Physical Therapy services to patient/youth upon physician referral and order, or upon direct access to the Physical Therapy services in cases where the patient/youth is seeking Physical Therapy for an existing and documented diagnosis; d. Provide an initial assessment/evaluation on each referral and develop a treatment plan consistent with those findings and be responsible for communicating the treatment plan to the patient/youth and any relevant medical personnel; e. Reports or assessments/evaluations and progress notes shall be completed utilizing CDCR approved documentation forms in the patient's chart and/or outpatient health record; f. Vendor Worker shall be available for telephone consultation while on duty at the Institution/Facility; g. Maintain all charting on a daily basis. Any chart remaining delinquent for more than ten (10) days could result intermination of the Vendor Worker
Phlebotomists
All Temporary/Relief Phlebotomists assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below:
1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience.
2. Possess and maintain while providing services to CDCR a current and valid license issued by the California Dept. of Public Health Board, Laboratory Field Services (CDPH-LFS), as required to perform services in the State of California.
3. Each Temporary/Relief Phlebotomist shall be in compliance with 8 CCR 5199 standards for both current N95 and Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) medical clearance and annual general respiratory protection training which is to include a request to repeat PLHCP clearance if they develop 1) marked immunocomprompromise or pregnancy which might require great respiratory protection than N95s provide or 2) a health condition which might limit N95 or PAPR use and completion of the annual 8 CCR 5199 Appendix G questionnaire.
4. Temporary/Relief Phlebotomists must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Phlebotomists must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Phlebotomist who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services.
Service Delivery Requirements
Under the direction of the Institution CEO/CME or designee, the Temporary/Relief Phlebotomist shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for Phlebotomy services in accordance with Institution policies and procedures.
Duties/Responsibilities shall include, but not limited to the following:
a. Perform venipuncture and finger sticks using standard equipment to include vacutainer tubes and sleeves, tourniquets, blood culture, syringes and butterfly needles;
b. Communicate to patient/youth on the procedure to be done;
c. Collect and distribute specimens from patient/youth for laboratory testing per testing requirements;
d. Centrifuge, label and store blood samples for analysis by CCHCS Clinical Laboratory staff and/or external laboratory service providers;
e. Maintain inventory of supplies, stock supplies and hand trays;
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Job Description Phlebotomist - MRN
f. Follow Institution written standard procedures, or follow standard phlebotomy practices for positive patient/youth identification;
g. Perform other duties as required including assisting Nurses, Medical providers, and/or laboratory personnel in obtaining blood from hard to draw patients and maintaining appropriate records of specimens drawn;
h. Obtain blood specimens from patient/youth under a variety of conditions;
i. Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
j. Process non-blood clinical specimens accordingly for testing or send outs;
k. Perform test order recording into electronic system per procedure;
l. Handle and properly label bio hazardous specimens;
m. Maintain a clean, neat and safe work environment; and
n. Work under stress, critical, unusual or dangerous situations where speed and attention to detail are important aspects of the tasks.
Phlebotomists shall have knowledge of:
a. Pre-analytical testing phase of Clinical Laboratory operations.
b. Medical terminology.
c. Patient privacy.
d. Principles and practices of proper venipuncture techniques.
e. Correct color-coded tubes for laboratory testing per testing requirements.
f. Proper processing of blood samples and other clinical specimens for laboratory testing.
g. Safe handling of blood and blood products for laboratory testing.
h. Transmission of infection and methods for prevention.
i. The major constituents of whole blood, serum, and plasma.
j. The basic expectations of normal blood clotting and when post-phlebotomy bleeding may be excessive.
k. Signs and symptoms of physical problems that may occur during blood collection; and
I. Protocols to prevent sample cross-contamination.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Qualification Requirements
All Temporary/Relief Medical Assistants assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience outlined below:
1. Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience.
2. Possess and maintain while providing services to CDCR a current and valid Medical Assistant Certificate from an agency approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California, to practice as a Medical Assistant.
3. Possess Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association Provider or American Red Cross (with AED);
4. Possess documentation of completion of a competency validation process meeting the requirements of Title 22, Section 70016 prior to performing the duties required by the CDCR.
5. Any Temporary/Relief Medical Assistants providing services through this Agreement must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with the CDCR/CCHCS. All Temporary/Relief Psychiatric Technicians must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication and write effectively in the English language. Any Temporary/Relief Medical Assistant who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to perform services.
Service Delivery Requirements
Under the licensure of a Physician and Surgeon, or Podiatrist, and under assigned administrative supervision at a correctional Institution/Facility, the Temporary Relief Medical Assistant shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant in accordance with the Institution's policies and procedures. The Temporary/Relief Medical Assistant will perform a variety of administrative and clinical duties, which includes procedures as regulated by certification such as, but not limited to, the following:
a. Administer basic life support in emergency situations to patient/youth and staff;
b. Use medical equipment safely;
c. Administer intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and skin tests;
d. Administer eye/ear washes;
e. Administer prescribed medications topically, sublingually, and orally;
f. Administer basic breathing treatments;
g. Remove casts, splints, sutures, and other external devices;
h. Change simple dressing;
i. Collect blood via capillary and venipuncture techniques;
j. Collect lab specimens using appropriate collection equipment; label specimens appropriately for evaluation;
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Job Description Medical Assistant - MRN
k. Measure vital signs;
I. Administer basic vision tests when indicated;
m. Conduct Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments-waived point of care testing for the purpose of determining a patient/youth's physical condition;
n. Demonstrate the use of healthcare appliances (i.e., canes, crutches, braces);
o. Attend to the physical needs of patient/youth in order to ensure comfort;
p. Perform therapeutic interventions in order to assist patient/youth in regaining or improve physical/behavior adaptive skills;
q. Explain treatment procedures and medical instructions; communicate with patient/youth and staff in order to gather information necessary for completing job duties; provide effective communication to patient/youth with disabilities;
r. Identify patient/youth with disabilities in order to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided;
s. Care for patents'/youths' personal property in order to ensure safe storage until it is returned;
t. Assist and follow provider orders during medical exams and treatments;
u. Interview patient/youth to obtain medical information in order to inform provider; prepare patient/youth for medical examinations; escort patient/youth to the exam room from the waiting area with and without the assistance of correctional officers;
v. Observe, document and report clinical symptoms and behavior; record medical history; i.e., test results, vitals, in the health record; prepare exam rooms;
w. Maintain confidentiality when dealing with medical information;
x. Practice universal precautions in order to maintain infection controls;
y. Identify and report possible security breaches that could lead to escape; identify and report behavior that may signal an impending incident; and
z. Schedule patient/youth; inventory medical clinic and office supplies; and assist staff in the counting, distribution, and accounting for all utensils to prevent their use as weaponsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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