Certified Medical Assistant

Company: Kenaitze Indian Tribe
Location: Kenai
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionCertified Medical AssistantDept./Program: Primary CareDivision: Health SystemsReports To: Primary Care DirectorEmployment Status: Full TimeFLSA Status: Non-ExemptSchedule: 40 hours/weekPreference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638Job SummaryThe role of the Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) is to support the physician or healthcare practitioner by keeping the practice running smoothly and on schedule. This position works closely with healthcare providers to give support such as rooming patients (un'inas), assist with procedures, update and administer immunizations, assist with dispensing of prescriptions, answering phones, data entry, participate in training processes, and run simple laboratory tests. CMAs will also administer un'ina blood draws and injections when directed by providers or nurses.Essential Functions

• Performs basic medical and clerical procedures before and after examination including taking of vital signs, medical history update, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, recording of EKG's, dressing changes, medication administration, assisting with procedures, acting as chaperone during un'ina visits, faxing and assistance in dispensing prescriptions under the direction of pharmacist, and documentation of care in wellness record.
• Prepare, administer, and document immunizations or other injections.
• Provide un'ina education.
• Set-up procedure trays.
• Perform vision testing, snellen and color.
• Perform eye and ear irrigations.
• EKG preparations, hook-up, and run EKG.
• AFGAN monitor set-up.
• Oxygen tank set-up.
• Coordinate and educate un'ina on home sleep study equipment.
• Assists and coordinates utilization of immunization registry database including data entry, assuring database is kept up to date, identifying un'inas overdue for immunizations.
• Proactively contacts un'inas for follow-up as directed by provider.
• In collaboration with integrated care team, refer un'inas to appropriate services.
• Attend staff meetings for information sharing, continuing education activities, and participate in continuous improvement efforts as required. It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.Working ConditionsLifting RequirementsHeavy work Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and /or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Physical RequirementsStand or Sit (Stationary position)Walk (Move, Traverse)Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)Pushing or PullingRepetitive MotionHazards and Atmospheric ConditionsExposure to FumesNoiseMechanical HazardsChemical HazardsElectrical HazardsBurn HazardsBiohazardsOSHA CategoriesCategory I Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissueEquipment and ToolsList Equipment used for job: Stethoscope, thermometer, pulse oximetry, sphygmomanometer, computer, telephone, weight scale, and EKG machine.TravelTravel may be required for training.QualificationsEducation
  • High School Graduate or GED equivalent.Experience
    • One year as a Certified Medical Assistant working in a family practice.License/Certification
      • Current Medical Assistant Certification required.
      • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers) required or within three months of hire.Special Skills
        • Experience with electronic health records (Preferred).
        • Ability to maintain a calm demeanor under pressure.
        • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
        • Excellent customer service skills and attitude.
        • Familiar with clinical, behavioral, and wellness screening tools.
        • Experience working with Native Americans preferred.
          
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