Primary Care Aide (Onsite/Field Operations)

Position: Primary Care Aide (Onsite/Field Operations)
Location: Main Office (Blk 1 Lot 33 Springfields Residences, Brgy. Longos, City of Malolos, Bulacan) & Assigned Onsite Locations (Corporate Sites, Health Caravans)
Type: Full-time, Probationary
Reports To: Onsite Manager

Role Overview
The Primary Care Aide (Onsite/Field Operations) provides essential clinical and logistical support to healthcare professionals during mobile healthcare deployments, including corporate Annual Physical Exams (APEs) and community health caravans. While based out of the Malolos main office, this role operates primarily in the field. The Primary Care Aide is critical in setting up mobile clinical stations, conducting high-volume patient assessments (vital signs, anthropometric measurements), performing electrocardiograms (ECGs) and Point-of-Care Testing (POCT), and ensuring strict infection control and equipment maintenance in fast-paced, non-traditional settings.

Duties and Responsibilities

Onsite Patient Care and Clinical Support

• Set up and manage mobile assessment stations (e.g., vital signs, ECG, POCT) at corporate sites or community venues.

• Perform and record high-volume vital signs, anthropometric measurements (height/weight/BMI), and vision screening efficiently to maintain smooth patient flow during onsite events.

• Conduct electrocardiogram (ECG) testing in field settings, ensuring proper patient preparation, privacy, and timely handover of tracings for physician reading.

• Perform rapid Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) such as blood glucose, urinalysis, pregnancy, and cholesterol screening under the supervision of the onsite medical team.

• Assist licensed professionals in minor field procedures (e.g., wound care, first aid) when instructed during deployments.

• Guide patients through the onsite clinical routing, ensuring comfort and safety in improvised mobile setups.

Field Infection Control, Sterilization, and Safety

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize medical instruments and reusable equipment according to infection control standards, preparing them for safe transit to and from deployments.

• Maintain proper segregation, secure containment, and transport of medical and general waste generated onsite for proper disposal at the main clinic, complying with DOH and DENR regulations.

• Monitor and record storage temperatures for temperature-sensitive supplies (e.g., POCT reagents) during transit and field operations.

• Ensure that onsite patient care areas and mobile workstations are kept clean, orderly, and safe throughout the deployment.

Onsite Operations and Equipment Maintenance

• Safely pack, transport, set up, and dismantle field clinical devices such as ECG machines, POCT instruments, sphygmomanometers, and weighing scales.

• Conduct pre-deployment inventory checks, stock monitoring, and packing of medical and clinic supplies required for the specific caravan or APE.

• Promptly troubleshoot and report any equipment concerns or maintenance needs to the Onsite Manager to prevent disruptions during field operations.

Administrative and Coordination Support

• Accurately record health screening and POCT results on patient routing slips or designated field logbooks.

• Coordinate seamlessly with the Onsite Medical Records Team for the proper handover of diagnostic results and patient forms.

• Handle patient information with strict confidentiality in open, high-traffic environments, adhering to the Data Privacy Act of 2012.

Professional Conduct and Compliance

• Observe infection control, safety, and data privacy standards at all times, adapting them to the unique challenges of mobile clinic environments.

• Communicate with patients, corporate clients, and coworkers in a courteous, respectful, and professional manner.

• Participate in continuing education and skills training relevant to mobile primary care and patient assistance.

General and Administrative Support

• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or any allied health-related field, OR Senior High School graduate with a TESDA NC II Caregiving certification.

• Experience: At least six (6) months to one (1) year of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting is preferred. Prior experience in medical missions or field clinics is a strong advantage.

• Physical Requirements: Physical stamina and the ability to safely lift, carry, and set up medical equipment (e.g., weighing scales, ECG machines, supply bins) during travel to and from onsite locations.

• Skills and Competencies: * Proficient in taking vital signs, performing ECGs, and conducting POCT.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to various client sites and adapt to fast-paced mobile environments.

• Knowledgeable in field sterilization, infection control, and secure waste transport.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

• Compassionate, attentive, and committed to patient safety and confidentiality.

Work Schedule

• Days: 5 days a week

• Hours: 8 hours per day (Note: Shift hours may vary based on the call times and travel requirements of specific onsite deployments).

Application Process

Interested candidates may submit their updated resume and cover letter to hr•@telecure.com.ph for screening and evaluation.

TeleCure Medical and Diagnostic Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and professionalism in the healthcare industry.