Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Assistant. The preferred schedule is four 10-hour shifts, 7:00am-6:00pm with specific dates given upon offer.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification as Medical Assistant or 2 years of related healthcare experience or education related to medical assistant.
• Knowledge of medical terminology/procedures, human anatomy and medical law/ethics.
• CPR certification required.
• Must be able to function and perform in a fast paced environment, problem solve, be a self starter and active team player.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
• Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Works as a collaborative part of the healthcare team to assist with initial admission of patients to the Health Center.
• Tasks include, but not limited to, new patient intake/data entry, processing of release of information (ROI), providing support and guidance to medical reception staff and coordination with medical records, gathering health information for the medical providers.
• Responsible for the intake of patients for appointments, which includes verification of check-in procedures, review of medical screenings (depression, domestic violence), timely rooming, obtaining vital signs of patients (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, pain levels, oxygen saturations) ; confirms chief complaints/reason for visit ; reviews patient medical history, allergies, medications, and confirms information in Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Anticipates medical provider’s needs, and is proficient in set-up of medical procedures, including but not limited to, performing and/or preparing ordered lab specimens, procedural tray set-up for vasectomies, circumcisions, IUD placement/removals, sutures, casts, pap and pelvic examinations.
• Responsible for data entry of patient information for compliance with quality measures (Quality Improvement Process (QIP); Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA), and Partnership Measures (as applicable) for facility reimbursement.
• Assists with patient flow management- acts as a liaison to inform patients of current status, wait time, relays pertinent information to providers and is responsible to facilitate follow-up scheduling of appointments and/or rescheduling as needed.
• Participates in patient education, ensuring the patient is provided resources to enhance understanding of medications, treatments, disease management, expectations and when to follow-up if needed.
• Absists with providing explanation of treatments and procedures at the start of applicable appointments.
• Proficient and responsible for the delivery of routine immunizations, including the ability to perform rights of medication administration (right drug, dose, route, reason, patient, time, documentation), the ability to identify appropriate injection sites (adult / well-child; and adhere to antiseptic technique with medication preparation and delivery.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term disability
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Sick leave
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan

COMPANY INFORMATION

• Federally recognized Tribe with Pit River, Wintu and Yana people.
• Leader in the constructive development of its people, the larger Indian community and the Redding region.

E-VERIFY STATEMENT

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information. https://www.e-verify.gov/employees