Medical Appointment Personnel (MAP) - Riverdale Avenue

Schedule and coordinate medical appointments, including primary care visits, specialist consultations, therapy sessions, and diagnostic tests, ensuring adherence to persons needs and preferences. Provide or arrange transportation for persons to and from medical appointments, ensuring safety and comfort during transit; accompany persons as needed to facilitate communication and understanding between the individual and their provider. Advocate for the healthcare rights and needs of persons with developmental disabilities, ensuring access to appropriate medical care, accommodations, and support services. Maintain accurate records of medical appointments including diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans, persons health information, and communication with healthcare providers; report findings participate in clinical meetings, and recommendations to interdisciplinary teams and caregivers. Respond to medical emergencies or crisis during appointments, implementing protocols for immediate assistance and coordinating follow-up care as necessary. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, caregivers, and community resources to facilitate continuity of care, address health concerns, and advocate for persons' well-being.