Medical Assistant

Summary

• Checks patients’ medical records for pertinent data
• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms; prepares for the provider by obtaining initial information and vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration, height, weight, BMI, and head circumference as specified by program).
• Documents chief complaints of patients and notifies the nurse/provider of unusual symptoms or complaints.
• Assists in telephone follow-up with the patient as directed by the program.
• Under the direction of the provider and/or nurse, assists with basic patient health education.
• Inspects exam rooms for cleanliness and equipment condition.
• Maintains ordered supplies and keeps the area stocked. Checks for medical supplies that are outdated.
• Performs tasks including chart documentation and telephone follow-up as assigned.
• Performs peak flow; spirometry; EKG; point of care testing and phlebotomy services as directed.
• Administer medication within their scope of practice.
• Participates in the orientation and training of newly certified medical assistants.
• Develops and maintains a basic knowledge of services available at the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Centers (LCHD/CHC).
  • Develops and maintains an awareness of the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) in order to promote and support positive health outcomes for patients.
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  • Develops and maintains a working knowledge of individual Emergency Preparedness roles.
  • Demonstrates adherence to National Patient Safety Goals and other accrediting and regulatory standards including but not limited to The Joint Commission and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
  • Participates in quality improvement activities to assess, monitor, and improve program services.
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  • Participates in mandatory in-services and drills, and attends staff meetings and other training, including appropriate age-specific educational training offered on regular basis for professional development.
  • Reports all unusual occurrences that may involve the safety and well-being of the patients and coworkers, directly to the supervisor and/or Safety Officer.
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  • Assists and encourages patients in identifying self-management goals.
  • Performs duties in a prioritized, organized, and orderly manner to maximize clinic efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of clinic and work area.

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Medical assistant certification or registration is required.
  1. The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) - CMA
  2. The Association of Medical Technologists (AMT) - RMA
  3. The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) - CCMA
  4. National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) – NCMA
  5. American Allied Health (AAH) – RMA
• If not certified upon hire, the medical assistant must receive certification or registration as noted above within ninety (90) days of the hire date.  If proof of this certification or registration is not received within 90 days of hire, the employee will be terminated. 
• Successful completion of LCHD/CHC competencies within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to work on weekends, holidays, and overtime if necessary.
• Ability to travel to multiple LCHD/CHC locations as directed on a regular basis.
• Ability to maintain and keep records.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of computers and electronic health records experience is preferable.
• Ability to operate various office and medical equipment.

• Candidates who have completed a 160-hour externship with the LCHD/CHC will have the one-year experience requirement waived.

Salary : $21 - $24