Medical Assistant Care Partner with Brookdale Assi
Company: Brookdale Corporate
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:Medical Assistant Care Partner for Brookdale HealthPlus
- JacksonvilleA very unique opportunity to enhance healthcare
delivery in Brookdale's Jacksonville assisted living and memory
care communities.Brookdale HealthPlus is a unique service offered
to our senior living residents and the Care Partner position is an
exciting new role designed to enhance healthcare services within
Brookdale's assisted living and memory care communities. The
HealthPlus program is offered in limited Brookdale locations and
this unique opportunity to introduce Brookdale HealthPlus to
Jacksonville offers the opportunity to redesign the way care is
provided at Brookdale.Certified Medical Assistant experience or
completion of a Medical Assistant program required.Call Julie
Arnold at 703-946-2095 or email jarnold7@brookdale.com, or apply
online today!Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is
available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Make Lives Better
Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you
can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than
a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through
professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to
your overall health and wellness.Full suite of health insurance,
life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by
employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not
limited to:Tuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceAdoption Reimbursement
BenefitsVariety of Associate DiscountsVeterans, transitioning
active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged
to apply.Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all
applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19
vaccination.Responsibilities:The Care Partner identifies,
coordinates implementation of services necessary to improve
resident's quality of life and to achieve an optimum level of
wellness. Works in collaboration with the Care Manager and primary
and specialty care providers to recommend resident-specific care
plans, coordinates medically necessary services and the delivery of
care. Serves as resident advocate and assists in identification of
gaps in healthcare coordination. In conjunction with Care Manager,
recommends healthcare needs and identifies community and external
care resources as needed. Communicates with managed care
coordinators, insurance providers and external healthcare
professionals regarding resident needs, status, etc. (e.g. primary
care providers, home health agencies, etc.). Responsible for
coordinating resources and equipment required as
needed.Collaborates with the Care Manager and Health and Wellness
Director (HWD) to coordinate services for each resident.Collects
resident data to determine health functional, and psycho social
status of residents.Coordinates services required to enhance
optimum wellness and manage chronic conditions.Gathers resident
specific data to assist the Care Manager and HWD with developing a
personalized, holistic care plan.Collaborates with hospice,
palliative and home health services/therapy as
indicated.Participates in collaborative care reviews (CCR).Assists
in the achievement of occupancy goals by monitoring the health,
safety and well-being of residents, and proactively identifying
those at risk for move out.As directed by the Case Manager, deliver
training to non-licensed care providers at the community to ensure
the highest level of care for the residentsProvides resources for
residents and families to make informed decisions regarding choices
in meeting healthcare needs.Effectively advocates for residents and
their families the benefits of residing and receiving care and
services at the community.In collaboration with Clinical
Coordinators where applicable, provides oversight, coordination and
family communication when necessary during resident hospitalization
and rehab stays. Assists with return to community where
appropriate.Communicates information in a timely manner to the
appropriate care provider regarding changes in residents'
health/well-being, personal needs, risk management issues, customer
service issues, family, or outside health care provider
concerns.Maintains working knowledge of all Brookdale business
lines (Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Clare
Bridge Crossings, Skilled Nursing Care, Home Health, Hospice, and
Brookdale at Home).Coordinates the continuity of care for those
residents receiving home health care, hospice services, and other
third party healthcare- related services. Partners with Brookdale
Healthcare Services (BHS) and BHS Care Transition Managers to
determine appropriate resident solutions.Completes documentation as
required by Brookdale or state regulatory agencies.When residents
return to the community after an inpatient admission, audits and
partners with Care Manager to ensure appropriate care transitions
protocols are being met.Completes other duties as assigned.This job
description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the
above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a
comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform
all duties as assigned by his/her
supervisor.Qualifications:Education and ExperienceHigh School
Diploma required.Completion Medical Assistant training
program.Minimum of 1 year of related experience in a healthcare
setting.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special
RequirementsMedical Assistant Certification
preferred.Management/Decision MakingUses independent critical
thinking judgment to make decisions based on protocols and
established guidelines. Solves problems using standard procedures
and protocols.Knowledge and SkillsHas a working knowledge of a
skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an
overall understanding of the work environment and process. Has
working knowledge of the organization.Physical Demands and Working
ConditionsStandingWalkingSittingUse hands and fingers to handle or
feelReach with hands and armsStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlTalk or
hearAbility to lift: up to 50 poundsVisionRequires interaction with
co-workers, residents or vendorsOccasional weekend, evening or
night work if needed to ensure shift coverageOn-Call on an as
needed basisPossible exposure to communicable diseases and
infectionsPotential injury from transferring, repositioning, or
lifting residentsExposure to latexPossible exposure to blood-borne
pathogensPossible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious,
or biological hazardsSubject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or
cuts from equipmentRequires Travel: FrequentlyBrookdale is an equal
opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
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