Clinical Assistant

Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference.

Under the general direction of the Director of Health Services, you will provide vital signs, activities of daily living, and give medications to students under the medication delegation program. You will also provide pertinent medical information to registered nurses.   

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations include the following:

• Obtaining, measuring and recording vitals signs, according to the specific health needs of student

• Identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to Registered Nurse, advanced practice provider and or physician

• Medication administration

• Provide g-tube feeds

• Provide basic care including ADL’s, lifts/transfers, body-charts, etc

• Health Services clinic support (assist with trainings, vital signs, equipment support)

• Liaison between cottages and program nurses

• Collecting, verifying and recording required information according to established procedures and instructions

• Adheres to health services policies and procedures in accordance with applicable regulatory agencies.

• Performs other related duties and tasks as assigned

Knowledge and Skills    

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations; 

• Ability to write reports, correspondence and effectively present information; 

• Ability to respond to questions from groups, family or advocates.

• Maintain current ProCPR 

• Able to Safety Care as necessary, including non violent crisis intervention.

Education and/or Experience                   

• High School Diploma or college degree

• Nursing Assistant or equivalent certification

• Currently in the last year of an accredited Nursing School

• Current BLS CPR

• Proficiency in Google suite

• Proficient in electronic medical records and electronic medication administration

• Experience working with children with developmental disabilities; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience, a plus

• Experience in a Long term care facility or a facility delivering care to many patients at once

The following shared salary range is what Perkins reasonably expects, in good faith, to pay for the position. The applicable range could differ based on experience and qualification.

Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part time and full time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness programs available.

• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) 

• Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with employer match 

• Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one

• Paid Time Off

• Extras: Employee Recognition Programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre-tax MBTA passes and more!

Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond. We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.

Perkins is an equal opportunity employer. View the Perkins Notice of non-discrimination.