Job detail

Overnight Recovery Advocate (Part Time - Weekends)

New Dawn Treatment Centers

#Vital Signs #Patient Care #Medical Assistant #Medical Documentation #Addiction Treatment #Detoxification #Internal Medicine #Healthcare Regulations

Quick overview

Support medical staff by assisting with client examinations, recording vital signs, and monitoring detoxification symptoms. Manage medication administration and maintain accurate client records in compliance with healthcare regulations.

Requirements summary

Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred, along with experience in hospital or urgent care settings. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of physiology and the ability to perform basic medical procedures.

professional certificateCommunication SkillsMedication AdministrationPatient CareVital Signs RecordingMedical History TakingClient ServiceMedical DocumentationPhysiology KnowledgeDetoxification MonitoringInternal Medicine Principles

Job description

Shift

Saturday and
Sunday PM: 10:30pm-7am

Company Overview New Dawn Treatment Center has been a leader in addiction treatment for over 30 years, serving more than a thousand individuals annually across our 10 locations in Sacramento, CA. We are dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment with a person-centered approach, ensuring that every client experiences transformative care.

Summary We are seeking a Recovery Advocate to join our team at New Dawn Treatment Center. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting our medical staff and enhancing the client experience through compassionate care and efficient medical assistance.

Responsibilities

Assist healthcare providers with client examinations and procedures. Take and record vital signs and medical histories accurately. Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the medical office environment. Provide exceptional client service, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly. Maintain accurate client records in compliance with healthcare regulations. Support the medical team in delivering high-quality care to clients. Under supervision of medical staff, monitors, logs, and report detoxification symptoms and/ or significant changes to Director of Nursing, Staff Nurse, or on call MD. Medication pass (controlled and non-controlled)/ observation of self-administration. Physical documentation of controlled medications Reporting medication errors. Drive vehicles to pick up medications, transport clients, etc.

Requirements

Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program is preferred. Experience in a hospital or urgent care setting is preferred. Strong knowledge of physiology and internal medicine principles. Ability to take vital signs accurately and perform basic medical procedures. Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient service.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals seeking recovery, we invite you to apply today to join our dedicated team at New Dawn Treatment Center!