Health Unit Worker

Reports to the health services administrator. Will receive instruction and direction from licensed provider staff. Performs technical duties in the field of patient care and participates in the general healthcare of patients by providing assistance for activities permitted in the state of Florida. Assists licensed staff in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, MTC Medical, Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) and Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) directives.

1. Assist in coordinating movement of inmate/patients to and from different areas for medical treatment.

2. Take and record vital signs and medical history of assigned patients.

3. Prepare patients for examinations and assist nurse or provider during examination.

4. Work efficiently to ensure providers have seamless flow of patients, and supplies, charts and

equipment are readily available.

5. Perform basic laboratory tests after verification of competency.

6. Explain treatment procedures to patients; provide education on condition, treatment or treatment plan.

7. Properly chart medical care consistent with scope of practice and ensure completeness and accuracy of entries.

8. Administer oral medications, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections under the directive of a licensed provider. Assist with medication and/or sharps counts when necessary.

9. Provide assistance to Infirmary patients as instructed, and accurately enter treatment provided in medical record.

10. Perform complex and technical procedures under nursing supervision, such as: unsterile dressing changes, superficial wound care, performing urine and finger stick glucose tests.

11. Set up and operate therapeutic equipment; instruct and supervise patients in various therapies.

12. Conduct peripheral venipuncture (phlebotomy) to collect blood samples, if necessary.

13. Assist in the maintenance of a safe, comfortable facility environment; obtain and store medical supplies; clean and sterilize instruments and equipment.

14. Ensure supply security, replace facility working stock, maintain the upkeep of facility supply room and medical equipment, and maintain inventory PAR levels.

15. Practice basic cost containment and utilization management techniques.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.