CNA - Medical Care

MUST HOLD NATIONAL CERTIFICATION MEDICAL ASSISTANT CERTIFIED

***Traveler will be cleared to start no less than 5 weeks after fingerprint cards are received by SEARHC for processing***

The Certified Medical Assistant provides care to infants, toddlers, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly in an ambulatory care clinic. This position is essential in maintaining efficient clinic operations and patient flow to maximize the provider's time and to insure access to care. Clinical Assistants perform administrative duties, data management and handle basic clinical tasks. This information is recorded in patients' chart along with patient's medical history. This position works closely with providers giving support such as rooming patients, performing Point of Care Testing (POCT), performing lab draws, and provide immunizations and other injections within the scope of practice certification, ECC monitoring, answering phones, processing provider orders data entry and participation in training processes. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Accurately collects and documents information in patient chart. copies and compiles other medical data as needed. Assures patient medication and immunization records are current. Transport patients within the facility, as needed. Demonstrate ability to smoothly manage patient care duties while maintaining clinic flow. Observes patients to insure children, elderly, or impaired patients who require observation or assistance have someone in attendance. Sets up equipment and supplies for routine exams and minor procedures. Prepares patients for and assists with procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries. Provides specimen collection, Point of Care Testing (POCT). Performs and assists with radiology exams per protocol if competencies are met. Assists Clinic Nurse as needed. Provides immunizations, injections as ordered by Provider. Assists provider in identifying patients overdue for immunizations and preventative health maintenance including routine, urgent and emergent appointments with appropriate provider and clinic. Other Functions Will provide cross-coverage for their peers, helping peers and clinics that need assistance to ensure the efficient and effective flow of patients through the department. participates in unit goal setting; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required High school diploma or GED - required Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification - required Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Nursing Degree from an accredited institution can replace the requirements above. Experience Required 1 year of experience working in a healthcare setting.
Knowledge of Clinic procedures for receiving and following through on a patient visit and any related clinic treatments, procedures. Medical terminology and the ability to readily learn and use various computer programs preferred.
Skills in Communication and use of customer service skills. Computer application skills sufficient to utilize medical database in a competent manner. Ability to operate medical equipment including blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter, EKG machine, cardiac monitor, manual defibrillator. Ability to Train and use various EMR systems and accurately record patient data. Communicate and interact with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Recognize and respond appropriately in emergency situations. Safety and Risk Management Responsibilities Employees are responsible for complying with safe work rules; reporting all accidents and injuries immediately; reporting defective equipment and unsafe conditions. The setting for this role will include office and healthcare settings.