Medical Assistant

Medical AssistantDepartment: Primary CareProgram: Primary CareReports to: Primary Care DirectorEmployment Status: Full-TimeFLSA Status: Non-ExemptSchedule: 40 Hours/52 WeeksPreference: 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 FunctionsPerforms 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 recordPrepare, administer, and document immunizations or other injectionsProvide un'ina educationSet-up procedure traysPerform vision testing, snellen and colorPerform eye and ear irrigationsEKG preparations, hook-up, and run EKGAFGAN monitor set-upOxygen tank set-upCoordinate and educate un'ina on home sleep study equipmentAssists and coordinates utilization of immunization registry database including data entry, assuring database is kept up to date, identifying un'inas overdue for immunizationsProactively contacts un'inas for follow-up as directed by providerIn collaboration with integrated care team, refer un'inas to appropriate servicesAttend staff meetings for information sharing, continuing education activities, and participate in continuous improvement efforts as requiredIt 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 HazardsBurn HazardsOther: BiohazardsOSHA 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.TravelLocalQualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)ExperienceOne year (1) of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant working in a clinical settingPreferredKnowledge and experience working with cultural diversitiesLicense/CertificationMust have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hireCurrent Medical Assistant Certification required or obtained within ninety (90) days of hire date and must maintain approved certification and/or licensureBCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers) required or within three months of hireSpecial SkillsExperience with electronic health records preferredAbility to maintain a calm demeanor under pressureExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent customer service skills and attitudeFamiliar with clinical, behavioral, and wellness screening toolsAbility to work independently as well as collaborativelyConducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.