The primary purpose of your job position is to be responsible for providing and assisting participants with activities of daily living, restorative, and supportive care. The Medical Assistant will assist in monitoring and reporting the health status and providing a safe environment for the participants.
Trinity Health LIFE Kinder Park a member of Trinity Health PACE, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) coordinate and provide all needed preventive, primary, acute and long-term care services so that older individuals can continue living in the community. PACE is an innovative model that enables individuals who are 55 years old or older and certified by their state to need nursing home care to live as independently as possible. Through PACE, today’s fragmented health care financing and delivery system comes together to serve the unique needs of each individual in a way that makes sense to the frail elderly, their informal caregivers, health care providers and policy makers.
Many PACE participants get most of their care from staff employed by the PACE organization in the PACE center. PACE centers meet State and Federal safety requirements and include adult day programs, medical clinics, activities, and occupational and physical therapy facilities.
Trinity Health LIFE Kinder Park provides a competitive compensation and benefit package that complements this opportunity for personal growth and professional advancement. This position reports to the Director of In-Home Services or designee/Registered Nurse.
Benefits of joining a winning team!
Warm and supportive environment
Enjoy a truly patient-centered focus
Excel with supportive, motivated colleagues in an inspiring environment
Flexibility
Competitive salary
Career paths and professional development
Learn the industry's best, easy-to-use, advanced technology
Other benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance
Short and long-term disability
403b
Generous paid time off
Mileage reimbursement
Comprehensive orientation
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a comprehensive knowledge as normally obtained through a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program. Medical Assistant certification is required. Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population and experience in a long-term care facility or with a community-based geriatric program preferred.Must be action-oriented, have business acumen, manage conflict well, be customer focused, have high decision quality, flexibility to adapt to ongoing change and have organizational agility. Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.Demonstrates superior written and verbal communication and presentation skills appropriate for audience comprehension. Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral, that may be used either in an on-site or virtual environment is required. Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives.
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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.