Service to the Armed Forces - Medical Treatment Facility: Licensed Volunteer Charles County, MD

Purpose

This position supports the Regional Service to the Armed Forces department. To provide assistance with a specific service or treatment to designated clients in an urgent care, outpatient/inpatient unit, or other health care setting in a Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) or satellite office (to include dental clinic or veterinary clinic) where specialized credentials or certification are required. These can include Medical Doctors/Physicians; Physical Therapists; RNs/LPNs; Dentists; Nurse Practitioners; Phlebotomists; Lab/Radiology/Pharmacy Technicians; EMTs (NREMT); Licensed Clinical Social Workers; Mental Health Professionals; Certified Nursing Assistants; Veterinarians.

Responsibilities

• Maintain valid license/credentials/certification IAW MTF policy/Credentialing Office

  * Work under direct supervision and guidance of the Department, Clinic, or Officer in Charge within the scope of license and training.

  * Perform duties within the scope of licensure and training and as outlined in the credentials file.

  * Level of responsibility will vary according to the level of education, training, and experience of the individual.

  * Duties will vary based on license type and volunteer location and may include and not limited to: Greeting and screening patients; answering questions; taking vitals; transporting specimens to the lab; assisting with patient transport; restocking medications; dispensing medications; performing diagnostic x-rays and basic lab tests; venipunctures and IVs; EKGs

  * Maintain confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA regulations

  * Maintain standards of practice and ethical conduct in the care and treatment of patients

  * Log and file reports as needed

  * Maintain professionalism and conduct in accordance with Red Cross policy

  * Ensure volunteer hours are tracked per Red Cross policy

  * Adhere to all safety, security, and infection control policies, procedures, and guidelines per MTF policy

Time Commitment

In-Person

Flexible with the scheduled commitment of 4+ hours per week. Most shifts would be on weekdays during business hours.

COVID Vaccination Required (Fully, 2 weeks after 2nd dose)

Needs to be US Citizen without Dual Citizenship

Qualifications

• Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.

• Support Red Cross Mission

  * Additional security clearance may be required in compliance with government regulations

  * Valid/current license/credentials to practice in the specialty area

  * Valid certifications to include BCLS, ACLS, PALS, or other life-saving courses as required

  * Ability to work with a variety of people

  * Occupational health clearance and immunizations as required

  * Must be able to read, understand and follow directions; able to work with supervision and/or independently

Relationships

• Red Cross Management Team; Specified Volunteer Leaders and other volunteers; MTF staff; Department/section heads and other employees

  * Patients and family members

Length of Appointment

Ongoing, 1+ years

Development Opportunities

• Attend relevant Red Cross training, applicable in-service training, and workshops to help maintain skills and licensure.

  * Raise awareness and represent the American Red Cross to the military community and their families

Requirements

• Orientation to the American Red Cross

  * HIPAA training; All required hospital, pharmacy, emergency room, department/section training, including computer access, security, and safety training

  * All training necessary to maintain skills and education according to credentialing requirements

  * On-the-job training as deemed appropriate by the supervisor

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COVID Vaccination Required (Fully, 2 weeks after 2nd dose)

Needs to be US Citizen without Dual Citizenship

Qualifications

• Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.

• Support Red Cross Mission

  * Additional security clearance may be required in compliance with government regulations

  * Valid/current license/credentials to practice in the specialty area

  * Valid certifications to include BCLS, ACLS, PALS, or other life-saving courses as required

  * Ability to work with a variety of people

  * Occupational health clearance and immunizations as required

  * Must be able to read, understand and follow directions; able to work with supervision and/or independently

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