Clinical Care Assistant

Description:

The Clinical Care Assistant provides direct patient care in the home setting for individuals recently discharged from skilled nursing facilities. This role supports continuity of care by delivering wound care, care management support, and other approved medical services under the direction of a licensed Medical Director. The Clinical Care Assistant works independently in patient homes and plays a vital role in ensuring patient safety, adherence to care plans, and timely communication with the broader care team.

This position is ideal for a Clinical Care Assistant who is confident in practicing independently, comfortable traveling within a defined territory, and passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the home environment.

• Provide in-home clinical services to patients following discharge from skilled nursing facilities
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and monitor healing in accordance with established care plans and protocols
• Conduct patient assessments including vital signs, symptom monitoring, and medication reconciliation
• Support ongoing care management by identifying changes in patient condition and escalating concerns appropriately
• Educate patients and caregivers on wound care, infection prevention, medication adherence, and follow-up care
• Accurately document all patient encounters, observations, and services provided in the medical record
• Coordinate with providers, nurses, and care coordination teams to ensure continuity and quality of care
• Maintain compliance with infection control, safety standards, and organizational policies
• Travel independently to patient homes within assigned service area

Requirements:

• Current Medical Assistant certification required (CMA, RMA, or equivalent)
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience as a Clinical Care Assistant required
• Demonstrated experience with in-home and hands-on patient care
• Comfortable working independently and entering patient homes alone
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and ability to follow care protocols
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Basic computer skills and comfort with electronic documentation

Travel & Work Environment

• Full-time, field-based position
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 1.5 hours driving distance from home within assigned territory
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required

Key Attributes for Success

• Dependable, self-directed, and highly organized
• Compassionate and professional bedside manner
• Adaptable to changing patient needs and home environments
• Strong commitment to patient safety and quality care

Scope of Practice Notice

All services are provided in accordance with Clinical Care Assistant scope of practice and under appropriate clinical oversight. Specific duties may evolve as services expand and protocols are updated.