Medical / Healthcare CNA

Job TitleUnder general supervision, but in line with established PC&HC policies and Procedures perform clinical tasks to keep the practitioners and providers flow of patients running smoothly.Provide prompt, efficient and accurate patient care.Prepare exam room for use and sterilizes equipment and supplies.Conduct daily health center room clean-upEscort patients to exam room determining chief complaint and pertinent history.Assist provider with procedures and patient care.Perform EKG, venipuncture, suture removal, breathing treatment, immunizations, audiometry test, etc.Provide patient education as warranted communicating laboratory and diagnostic testing results by phone and mail.Utilize eclinical software for patient records.Triage calls for provider to include determining emergencies, identifying symptoms, using discretion for work in appointments and refilling routine prescriptions after reviewing medical chart.Contact patients, as necessary, on next day's schedule for pre-visit planning.Perform responsibilities in line with Patient Centered Medical Home, including, but not limited to, pre-visit planning and "huddles" with Care Team.Perform laboratory tests of minimal to moderate complexity, including completion of lab requisitions per computer and paper.Complete Prior Authorizations (PA's) for provider as requested.Ensure the infection control standards and OSHA standards are followed and hazardous waste is properly disposed.Improve the patient experience and health care processes and help assure the provision of high quality health care, as well as an ongoing process of performance improvement.Plan and organize work load to maintain efficient patient operations in the Health Center.RequirementsMust be 18 years of age or older.Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.Medical Assisting Certification or Registration. Training from a Medical Assisting program.Must hold and maintain BLS provider CPR CertificationKnowledge of medical terminology.Must be able to lift 30 pounds/ walk and/or stand for up to ten-hour shifts-bend or stoop throughout shiftMust have computer skillsMust follow all HIPAA and OSHA requirements.Must be supportive of our mission in order to provide healthcare to the underinsured and uninsured.