About this role
Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join The Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE as a Clinic Support in Louisville, KY (Jefferson County). This is more than a job! It's a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we're dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you're ready to grow your career while making a difference, we'd love to connect with you.
Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
Pay Range: $21-$23 based on experience Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional weekends and evenings
Why You'll Love It Here
• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you'll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day
What We Offer
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
About the job:
The Clinic Support Specialist: The primary purposes of the Clinic Support staff are to perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of the Clinic Manager. Responsibilities include, scheduling of outside medical specialty appointments, and coordination of transportation to/from these appointments. Taking and recording vital signs and medical histories; preparing exam rooms and patients for clinic appointments; providing medical treatments within their scope of practice as directed by the PCP or RN, maintaining all required documentation for Homecare appointments.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
• Must have a valid driver's license and have means of transportation.
• Education: Successful completion of a state approved training program in Medical Assisting or Certified Nurses Aide *Required*
• Experience: Minimum of one-year experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
• Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and as delegated by the licensed nurse.
• Ability to understand medical charts, doctor's orders, the participant's plan of care, Primary Care Provider orders, and, to communicate with participants and staff.
• Schedule participant visits within the PACE clinic & with outside medical providers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Schedule participant visits within the PACE clinic & with outside medical providers.
• Coordinate with transportation department to schedule transportation to/from PACE clinic and outside provider appointments.
• Greet and check in patients arriving at the clinic.
• Perform appropriate clinical tasks within their scope of practice, as directed by the provider such as giving injections, basic wound care, toenail trimming in non-diabetic participants, and removing sutures.
• Restock clinic supplies in each exam room at the end of each day per established par levels.
• In collaboration with the clinic manager, orders, receives and stocks clinic/medical supplies.
• Follow correct policy and procedure for reporting of incidents: staff, residents, etc.
• Performs other duties as required or requested.
• Prepare exam/treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean throughout the day.
About Us Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE (Louisville/Jefferson County) provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant's needs. Located in the heart of Louisville, a vibrant riverfront city known for its friendly communities and rich culture. Convenient access to well-known landmarks such as Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby, offering walking paths, parks, and peaceful views.
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.