MEDICAL ASSISTANT (SURGICAL CLINIC)

Closing date: Friday, August 14, 2026 @ 4:00 PM (MST). Applicants must have a valid, unrestricted insurable driver’s license. Resume and references are required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks, including checking in patients, obtaining patient histories, taking vital signs, preparing charts, and assisting with medical exams using Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Resource Patient Management System (RPMS).
• Contributes to unit functioning by answering phones, delivering messages, and directing/escorting patients and families to other departments.
• Provides care to assigned patients under the medical direction of a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) and administrative direction of the Nurse Executive or designee.
• Monitors patients and reports changes in condition, observing reactions and keeping providers informed.
• Obtains and records patient information as assigned per unit policy.
• Assists in patient examinations by explaining procedures, positioning, draping, and assembling instrumentation/supplies.
• Assists in patient transfers using correct body mechanics and lifting methods.
• Maintains a courteous and professional manner in all patient, family, and customer interactions.
• Shares responsibility for maintaining clinical records and adhering to confidentiality policies (HIPAA, Privacy Act).
• Accurately inputs data into unit computer systems (e.g., ADT, EHR, immunization package).
• Arranges patient clinic appointments, discharges, and transfers between departments per hospital policy.
• Prepares patient admission or transport documents (e.g., copying health summaries, transport orders).
• Uses EHR and RPMS systems to enter/retrieve data for patient care (e.g., lab tests, immunizations, scheduling).
• Performs clerical tasks such as transcribing orders, preparing transfer/transport packets, making appointments, and sending referrals.
• Obtains and screens medical records, ensuring charts have necessary forms for patient care.
• Educates patients on medical issues within established parameters and documents education in medical records.
• Performs and assists with patient education and discharge instructions, including stocking written patient education pamphlets.
• Practices infection control/safety and environmental surveillance principles.
• Assists with specimen collection, labeling, handling, and delivery (e.g., blood draws, urine samples).
• Obtains bacteriologic specimens (e.g., sputum, clean catch urine, topical cultures) and routes requisition forms to consultative services.
• Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)-waived testing (e.g., glucometer, hgbA1c, u/a dips, HCG, rapid streps) and records results in compliance with regulations.
• Administers injections (e.g., immunizations, antibiotics, Depo Provera) and assists with oxygen administration.
• Maintains and restocks supply cabinets, instruments, and equipment; reports deficiencies.
• Assists in inventory of unit equipment and orders supplies from pharmacy to maintain clinic stock.
• Assists in orientation of new personnel.
• Obtains lab/test results and discharge summaries from outside facilities for disease registry patients.
• Prepares transfer/transport packets and participates in relevant committees/meetings.
• Participates in Quality Management activities and data management responsibilities.
• Completes yearly Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) required training by due dates.
• Assists, promotes, and supports compliance with established CMS standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• One (1) year of direct work experience as a Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic, or Air Force Medical Technician/Army Medic.
• Completion of an approved medical assistant training program accredited by CAAHEP, ABHS, or a recognized U.S. Department of Education accrediting agency, or completion of a medical service training program in the U.S. Armed Forces.
• Current and valid Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate Certification or Paramedic Certification (if applicable).
• Valid American Heart Association certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and maintenance of certification.

Pay

$23.52 - $28.69 per hour.

Additional Information

FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation. In accordance with Navajo Nation law, a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy is implemented. Primary preference is given to enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, and secondary preference to members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to preference have been fully considered.