Job Description

Summary or Purpose

Plan, implement, and organize training and continuing education for CHA/P\'s and other NSB employees as needed. Function as the direct supervisor for assigned clinic staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Review, monitor and evaluate progress of individual CHA skills lists, and past session field requirements.

Arrange for, assist with, and/or provide all aspects of required training classes, programs, lesson plans, preceptorship, and the certification process.

Administer certification/evaluation exams.

Maintain education/training files on all assigned clinical staff.

Review each CHA/P\'s Encounter Records according to Academic Review Standards and provide appropriate follow up.

Assist Program Coordinator in program reporting as required.

Assist Program Coordinator in the orientation and training of newly hired clinic staff.

Schedule CHA/P relief in the villages as needed.

Make quarterly site visits with documentation of inspection to assigned village clinics.

Ensure clinic operations in accordance with CLIA guidelines.

Assist in providing primary care in the Village Health Clinics as primary duties allow under the direct supervision of a physician or as allowed by certification and/or licensure.

Protect self, co-workers, and patients by following policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne diseases in accordance with OSHA Regulations.

Respect patients by recognizing their rights; maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Obtain contact hours of Continuing Medical Education per year that meets national requirements for Alaska licensure as a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant or state certification requirements as a CHP.

Attend and pass any and all required Borough training.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of file and records management principles.

Skill in using personal computers and a variety of software applications.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required

High school graduate or G.E.D./ or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience;

Registered Nurse, certified and licensed in the State of Alaska OR CHP with two years\' experience as a CHP;

One year of supervisory experience;

Basic Life Support Certification;

Applicant must pass a criminal history background check conducted by the State of Alaska Background Check Unit;

Documentation that the individual is free from active pulmonary tuberculosis and annually thereafter;

Ability to obtain a Valid Alaska Drivers License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria within the probationary period.

THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

This reflects North Slope Borough\'s best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.

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