Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical AssistantPosition Title: Certified Medical AssistantDepartment: Primary CareReports To: Manager of Primary CarePurpose of Position:Provide patient and family focused care in accordance with NSHC's policies and procedures while applying standards for professional Certified Medical Assistant practice in the outpatient setting.Uphold the organization's vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization's policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.Essential Functions:Intake patients by obtaining vital signs, verifying allergies and all medications that the patient is currently taking, documenting chief complaints before the patient is seen by the physicianObtain laboratory results for review by the physician, setting up and assisting with procedures, and entering labs as orderedPerform various injections such as intradurmal, intramuscular, and subcutaneous, and phlebotomy as orderedAdminister oxygen therapy by nasal cannula or face mask as ordered by the physicianPerform electrocardiograms, suture removal and wound care, patient education and assist with minor surgeryEnsure patient follow-up care and scheduling of appointmentsPrepare and stock examination roomsPerform other duties as assignedPersonal Traits:All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization's values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.Required Knowledge:All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.Job Specific knowledge is listed below:Basic vital signsSet up for general procedures (such as pap smears and wound care)Required Skills and Abilities:All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality.Job specific skills and abilities are listed below:Above average customer service skillsAbility to manage multiple prioritiesMinimum Requirements:Education - Degree - ProgramAssociate of Science degree or Technical SchoolExperience - General (Non-supervisory) - SupervisoryAmount: - Minimum of 3 monthsdoctor's office and/or clinical experience is required, one year preferred - 0 (years)Type:Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated.Credentials - Licensure, Certification, Etc.Nationally registered or licensed as a Certified Medical Assistant; BLSCertificationPhysical Requirements:Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipmentSit less than half the workdayStand and/or walk more than half the workdayBend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reachView electronic monitors for prolonged periods of timeLift or carry unaided less than 25 poundsPush or pull using up to moderate forceSee and hear with normal acuityWorking Conditions:Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazrd or other harmful substancesMinimal travel is required (less than 25% of the time)