Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Medical assistant

As a health division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, we, at Sacred Circle Healthcare, preserve the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extend the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare.

Interested in joining our team? We are looking for people who are genuine, kind, ambitious, positive, and helpful - exceptional people building on a celebrated heritage who are passionate about delivering uncompromising care - people who make a difference every day no matter what their role or position. If you are looking for a job where the work you do impacts lives for the better every day, you are in the right place!

Job Summary

General Summary of Duties: Responsible for providing professional nursing care for clinic patients under supervision of the Physician or Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP). Assists Physician or APP and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and Physician or APP.

Reports To:

Medical Support Staff Manager

Department:

Medical Support Staff Services

Business Unit:

Sacred Circle Medical - Ancillary Services

Patient Care:

Yes

Worker Status:

Full-Time, Hourly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule:

To Be Determined with the availability of 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday through Friday. Typically, four 10- hour shifts per week. Evening and weekend work may be required depending on position requirements.

Schedule Type:

TBD

Supervisory

Responsibilities:

No

The successful candidate:

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules & organizing patient flow.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Performs blood draws and specimen handling.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary supplies, materials, and instruments.
• Gives injections, and applies casts, splints, and dressings, as applicable.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assists physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.
• Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Screens telephone calls for referral to physician.
• Provides general information on departmental policies and procedures.
• Notifies the Clinical Supervisor or Office Manager when clinical and office supplies need replenishing.
• Assists in maintaining patient files, records, and other information to contribute to accurate data gathering.
• Compiles and condenses technical and statistical data for reports and records.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

A high school diploma or GED is required

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum one (1) year of experience in a customer service or reception position, preferably in a medical office setting

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

Somes sort of medical certification or schooling (CNA, EMT, MA, Phlebotomy)​

Preferred Requirements

EDUCATION:

Graduation from a recognized training facility for medical assistants.

EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year or more of experience in a physician practice.

CERTIFICATION/

LICENSE:

• CPR certification.
• MA certification.

Other:

Experience working with the Native American community.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
• Skill in taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Sacred Circle Healthcare/Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation gives preference

to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Native Applicants