Medical Assistant

Job OpportunityWE ARE HIRING…CCAP Mission Statement - To empower all people and communities, challenged by poverty as well as social and cultural barriers, through advocacy, education, and access to high quality health and human services.SCOPE OF ASSESSMENT:Gathering of demographic and financial information for billing, obtain height, weight, temperature and blood pressure, record information in chart for provider review. Obtain urine samples, throat culture, perform fingerstick blood sugar and hemoglobin - Obtain reason for visit and history of allergies.JOB DESCRIPTION:Process patients in a timely manner, assist providers and patients, respect the confidentiality of agency and clients.REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma, or GEDMedical Assistant Certification preferredTriage skillsMMR and TBOrganizational skillsExcellent communication skills for all levels of client, provider and colleague interactionProfessional telephone mannerCurrent CPR (BLS) certificationsBilingual / Bicultural Spanish a plusPHYSICAL EFFORT/ ENVIRONMENTModerate physical activity: walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping and occasional lifting. Frequent use of phone, writing, typing, doing vital signs and verbal communication. Need to be able to sterilize instruments appropriate, clean waiting room and exam rooms as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Significant exposure to blood borne pathogens, respiratory disease, other infectious diseases and other biohazardous materials requiring universal standard precautions for medical practitioners. Lifting up to 20 lbs.WORK SCHEDULE DEMANDSThis is a full time position.Part time when specified by the Health Center Director.Must be able to work evenings and rotating Saturday's as scheduled.Occasional unscheduled overtime may be required in the event of vacation time or short staffing.May be required to work in either Family Health Services' locations.CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATIONFull access to client's medical record and some access to financial/statistical material.Maintains client confidentiality at all levels of interaction in accordance with State and Federal Laws and CCAP Policies and procedures.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESReceive and process patients, take vitals (BP, Wt., Ht., Pulse and Temp.)Obtain and record patient data in EHR (Vitals, Social Hx's, PHQ's, Lab results)Perform routine diagnostic test per FHS protocol.Urinalysis, hct, Hb A1c, blood glucose, lead tests and hCG (pregnancy test)Operate and maintain clinical equipmentScrub and sterilize instruments properly in autoclavePrepare patients for examinations and testsProperly dispose of medical waste and sharpsRegister and update patient informationSchedule appointmentsConfirm insurance eligibilityConfirm next day appointmentsProperly document in EMR ChartClean and stock roomsAssist providers in rooms as neededAlert appropriate person of supplies neededSecure department and end of shift if last to leave, unplug equipment, lock medication cabinets and shut off lights.Computer literatePaper work as neededFill out lab and state transmittalsFill out CVR'sOther duties as neededCCAP is dedicated to the goal of building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce committed to caring for patients in a manner that is respectful of cultural difference. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.OUR BENEFITSOur comprehensive benefits package includes 403(b), health insurance, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement accounts, tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 annually, Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation, sick and personal days, and up to 12 available paid holidays for full-time employees and some benefits are included for part-time employees.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.