Wound Care Technician/Medical Assistant Or EMT - Wound Care at MedAmerica

Walnut Creek, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

35.1

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Wound Care, Patient Care, Documentation, First Aid, Communication, Collaboration, Record Keeping, Safety Compliance, HIPAA Regulations, Numerical Aptitude, Education, Equipment Maintenance, Healthcare Experience, BLS Certification, Medical Assistant Certification, EMT Certification

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Walnut Creek, CA – Seeking Wound Care Technician Everybody Has A Role To Play In Transforming Healthcare As a Wound Care Technician, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. Assist with patient care as directed by the licensed care provider during Wound Care visits. At Vituity we know the impact you can have. Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done. Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you. The Opportunity Applies knowledge of first aid procedures to assist physician/advanced provider in treatment of the patient, including changing dressings and applying bandages. Provides accurate, legal, and ethical documentation when performing hands-on patient care. Follows standards and procedures to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment. Follows equipment operating instructions to maintain proper operation and functioning; notifies Medical Director of equipment malfunctions. Cleans and autoclaves equipment daily. Educates advanced providers on proper wound care techniques, including dressings, castings, negative-pressure sound therapy (NPWT), and compression. Required Experience and Competencies High school diploma or equivalent required. One (1) year of experience as a Wound Care Technician required. A combination of education and experience that demonstrates attainment of the required competencies may be considered. Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Medical Assistant or Certified Emergency Medical Technician required. Healthcare experience in an urgent care or primary care setting preferred. Knowledge of clinical compliance. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with team members, including educating them on proper documentation. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures. Ability to uphold Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy regulations. Ability to follow privacy policies regarding Protected Health Information (PHI) and HIPAA set forth in the Privacy Policy Manual. Ability to report for assigned/confirmed shifts punctually and reliably. Numerical aptitude. The Community Even when you are working remotely, you are an important part of the Vituity Community. We offer plenty of opportunities to engage with other Vitans through a variety of virtual meet-and-greets, events and seminars. Monthly wellness events and programs such as yoga, HIIT classes, and more. Trainings to help support and advance your professional growth. Team building activities such as virtual scavenger hunts and holiday celebrations. Flexible work hours. Opportunities to attend Vituity community events including LGBTQ+ History, Día de los Muertos Celebration, Money Management/Money Relationship, and more. Benefits & Beyond* Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future. Superior health plan options Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%25 Outstanding Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks’ vacation, Paid holidays, Sabbatical Student Loan Refinancing Discounts Professional and Career Development Program EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included Wellness program Commuter Benefits Program Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees We are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $28.08 - $35.10 per hour, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual corporate Success Sharing bonus program, which is based on the company’s annual performance. If you are hired at Vituity, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please speak with a recruiter for more details. We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us. Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. *Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information. Applicants only. No agencies please.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care during Wound Care visits and apply knowledge of first aid procedures. Maintain a safe work environment and educate advanced providers on proper wound care techniques.