Medical Assistant I

Medical Assistant IEdward M Kennedy Health Clinic - Monte Vista, CO 81144OverviewSalary Range $17.33 - $22.74 Hourly Position Type Full TimeDescriptionJoin Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.We're looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team and make a meaningful impact by providing exceptional care and support to individuals in their healthcare journey.Key Responsibilities:Administrative Duties:Greet patients, keeping medical records up to date (abstracting), answering the telephone and take phone messages, first line person to evaluate patient's request to speak with provider.Evaluate potential emergencies and work into the schedule as necessary when the schedule is full. Utilize the "Lead Nurse" when patient cannot be worked in the schedule and/or further medical decision-making is neededCollaborate with the case manager/referral coordinator and operator on completing insurance forms, making appointments, handling correspondence, scheduling hospital and laboratory servicesAssist the billing department with completing incomplete/missing information in a timely mannerClinical Duties:Check in patients for scheduled visits with the health care provider. Check in includes vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, BMI, Assessment of pain, LMP, Medications, Allergies, HPI, chief complaint and past health history on all new patients), retrieve patient history if applicable (prior labs, x-rays) and assess patient needs.Provides patient services not requiring the need of a provider, according to established protocol.Records any contact with patients in chart (Patient identifiers verified prior to any documentation).Perform point of care testing and treatments, according to established protocol.Participate in quarterly lab proficiency testingResponsible for reviewing lab and other reports administering proper follow through.Arrange follow up with provider when necessarySend written notice to patient according to established protocols, i.e., pap smears, immunizations, etc.Prepare room for procedures and assist providers as necessary.Checks and stocks room daily for adequate suppliesSchedule x-rays or other diagnostic tests and provide patient education for exam preparation.Has equipment and supplies ready as necessary for procedures and minor surgery, i.e. pap, biopsies, I and D's laceration repair, toenail removalEnsure that proper sterilization procedures are being followed.Prepares and administers medication orally, intramuscularly, sublingually, intravenously (if applicable) using excellent technique.Calculates drug doses accurately (Yearly medication calculation competency)Send Task to the RX refill nurses as neededParticipates in Patient Education.Have materials and handouts readily available in the room or able to retrieve information from the internet.Request support from professional staff when required.Assists other teams when needed.Respond to "Flags" and adding to the workgroup of the clinic assigned to for the dayMaintains and completes inbox for a nurse out sick or if you are the extra nurse for the clinicAssists in overall operations of assigned clinic.Monthly inventoryProper care of equipment and suppliesAssist with orientation of new medical assistants.Attends staff meetingsChecks and signs off on crash cart regularly in compliance with protocol.Participates in continuing education on a regular basis and as offeredIs supportive and attends in-services provided by VWHSKnowledgeable about emergency calls and maintains current CPRCompletes and passes annual competency assessments.Other duties as assignedFloating is a requirement of all MA levels to assist in prioritizing patient care and access as neededAbility to complete all the duties and responsibilities outlined in step I & II beyond immediate supervision.Evaluate for potential emergencies and work into the schedule as necessary when schedule is full. Utilize the "Lead Nurse" when patient cannot be worked in the schedule and/or further medical decision making is neededAdditional patient interventions as deemed competentSupports RN Lead with nursing policies, procedures and workflows are up to date and followed.Perform schedule scrub for next dayLead huddles (If there is no RN Lead or Practice Manager in clinic)Patient lesson planningAssist within their pods with additional needsTakes a lead for daily/monthly duties oversightRequirements:Medical assistant training (school or on the job training, proof of education) requiredOne-year medical office experience preferredKnowledge of equipment and technology used in the nursing area.BLS certification/training and certificationSensitivity to low income, vulnerable populationsAbility to work as a team member, maintains a professional relationship and positive attitude with other.Displays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of the organizationWhy Join Valley-Wide?Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare to all individuals across our multi-county service area in southern Colorado. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we offer premier primary and preventive care through our 34 service sites strategically located in rural communities.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STDRetirement MatchHealth, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement PlanPaid Leave: Vacation: 10 days accrued per yearSick Leave: 12 days accrued per yearHolidays: 7 days per year + 3 Floating HolidaysEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) For more information on employee rights under FMLA, please visit: FMLA Employee Rights