Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse

Medical Assistant / Licensed Practical Nurse

The Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse supports providers by gathering vital information and tools required to deliver quality care to patients. Medical Assistants/Licensed Practical Nurse are responsible for documentation and communication in the medical record, as well as assisting in patient care.

Job duties include:

• Communicating with patients, pharmacies, providers, specialists, laboratory and other patient care team members and entering documentation into Greenway the electronic health record.
• Participating as in team-based care that is patient-centered. This includes pre-visit preparation for preventive screenings and immunizations, tracking labs, imaging, and specialty care visit results as well as participation in the daily team huddles, care coordination and quality improvement activities.
• Fully supporting all patient visits by greeting and rooming patients, assessing visit information for provider use, completing full vitals, as well as prepare and assist with all visit types, needed screenings and immunizations, and are knowledgeable of other visit protocols such as sports physicals and well child exams.
• Ordering supplies and other items as directed following clinic protocols which includes communication with Health Department staff, tracking and auditing of orders and problem-solving as needed for emergent supply needs.
• Collecting, labeling and processing laboratory specimens ensuring that required forms are completed and documentation in RPMS/Greenway is entered in a timely and accurate manner.
• Administering immunizations or other therapeutic agents as ordered by the provider.
• Performing 12-lead ECG as ordered by the provider.
• Providing patient education.
• Working under the direction of a provider to deliver care based on visit type and standing orders.

Qualifications include:

• High School diploma or a GED (required)
• Must be currently credentialed in Washington State as a Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse.
• A minimum of one-year experience of clinical duties is required, preferably in a clinical primary practice setting including pediatrics, assisting minor procedures, immunization administration, injections and medications or equivalent work (required).
• Must have working knowledge and be proficient in Electronic Health Records.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and be able to work varied hours when necessary to accomplish the goals of the department.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible for the Tribe's automobile insurance.
• Candidate have an understanding of and sensitivity to the particular problems faced by the Native American community (preferred).
• Possession of a valid First Aid/CPR Card or ability to obtain certification within 30 days after beginning employment.
• The selected candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen test, and a complete finger print background investigation, including relevant criminal history, prior to employment.
• Must receive or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination, including booster shot(s) by the date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination is required.

Behavior standards include:

• Respectful, courteous, and friendly to customers, other tribal employees, and tribal leaders.
• A team player that helps the organization meet its objectives.
• Takes initiative to meet work objectives.
• Effective communications with customers and other tribal employees.
• Gets along with co-workers and managers.
• Positively represents the tribe maintaining the trust Skokomish residents have place in each of us.
• Demonstrates honesty and ethical behavior.

Confidentiality and drug-free workplace policy are required.

Preference is given to qualified, enrolled Skokomish tribal members and qualified Native American applicants who provide proof of enrollment in a federally recognized tribe.

Application instructions:

• Visit for the application packet.
• Applications that are not completely filled out and turned in before closing date will not be considered.
• Cover letter identifying why you feel you are qualified for this position.
• Current resume and three work related references.