Medical Assistant/CMA/LPN - CHC Primary Care-FT DAYS

Qualifications

• Must receive certification (CMA or equivalent from one of the following: AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT) within 15 months of hire, (1 year experience + 3 months certification window)
• AHA CPR certification required by end of month from 60 days of hire and maintained
• Previous patient care experience preferred
• Positive, cheerful attitude
• Self-starter, flexible and caring individual
• Demonstrates accuracy in documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information

Requirements

• Required 1 year of MA experience and 3 months certification preparation time

Preferred

• Demonstrates competence in relation to the defined mission, vision, values and strategic plan of the organization

Typical Physical/Mental Demands

• Medium physical/mental demands as needed in the completion of duties
• Able to follow instructions and accept direction
• Must be able to work independently, as well as with medical providers, patients, family members and other co-workers
• Must be able to prioritize work demands and organize time efficiently
• Must be able to work in multi-specialty settings
• Must have the ability to work within time constraints, in high stress situations and with multiple tasks
• Must be able to remain calm under stress
• Excellent problem-solving skills

Essential Job Functions

• Process and prepare the patient for assessment and treatment, by the medical clinician, in a timely manner
• Assist medical clinician with office procedures
• Daily sorting of incoming patient reports/results for medical clinician’s review
• Clean, maintain and care for instruments, equipment and all work areas including preparing instruments to send to sterile processing
• Send approved prescriptions, under the direction of the medical clinician, to pharmacies or patients
• Accurately administer injections, immunizations and/or medications, under the direction of the medical clinician
• Telephone counseling of patients under direct supervision of the medical clinician
• Respond to patient calls in a timely manner
• Order and restock examination rooms with medical supplies
• Schedule appointments for patient procedures and examinations and prioritize referrals
• Accurately and timely documentation of all care/education/conversations provided to patient
• Obtain pertinent information and records for patients referred to medical clinician
• Convey a warm, caring environment for patients and staff
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptive to different situations with regards to patients, medical clinician, co-workers and leadership
• Maintain competency in all position responsibilities including tracking of training for certification

Marginal Job Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned