EMT/Paramedic
Employment Type : Full-Time
Overview: Provide health care services to Harbor Light Detox and program clients, according to professional standards and The Salvation Army Harbor Light policies and procedures.Responsibilities:- Manage all inquires with regards to information, referral, and/or possible admission.
- Conduct pre-admission screenings of potential clients for detoxification services, schedule detoxification admissions according to Harbor Light admission criteria
- Conduct client admissions/discharges to detoxification and residential programs, including completion of all required medical documents
- Provide general health care of clients which includes but is not necessarily limited to: a) administering and recording medications as prescribed by attending physicians, b) perform vital sign checks and document results
- Take appropriate action as directed by attending physician to ensure clients medical stability and in cases of emergency facilitate assistance per Harbor Light protocol.
- Assist Medical Director or designate in the provision of medical services
- Work with the treatment team to maintain order, discipline, and a substance free environment
- Attend all required staff meetings; training sessions, seminars and/or workshops for staff development
- Maintain records, charts, logs and all other pertinent data for the medical unit on a daily basis
- Request Authorization fro SEMCA Medicaid referrals upon admission to program
Qualifications:- Must possess one of the following Michigan Licenses: a Registered Nurse, Practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician, or a Paramedic
- Experience in the substance abuse field preferred
- Possess working knowledge of Occupation, Safety, and Health Administration standards and Universal Precautions
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications, and Email
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records systems preferred
- Possess good communication skills
- T.B Test and police clearance required