Certified Medical Assistant

SOME (So Others Might Eat) exists to help homeless and poor individuals and families of Washington, DC. Our more than 30 programs throughout the District provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity and greater independence.

SOME is seeking a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant to support our medical clinic located at 60 "O" Street, NW Washington, DC.

Position Overview: The Medical Assistant supports the operations of the clinical staff and medical office  including provides clinical care to patients and assisting physicians and nurses with daily duties.

Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation.

Schedule:  Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (40 hours/week) 

Qualifications 

Required: HS Diploma/GED; 2 years of healthcare experience in a Primary Care, Acute Care, or Ambulatory Clinic.

Required License/Certification: CPR/First Aid; Medical Assistant Certification/Registration.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required: 

• Knowledge of electronic health records usage and management
• Knowledge of clinical care and medical terminology
• Good listening skills to identify patient needs and direct accordingly
• Customer service skills to work with patients
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations
• Ability to communicate with diverse audience
• Mission-oriented
• Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Expected Contributions:

Clinical Care: Take and record vital signs of patients. Perform phlebotomy functions. Administer injections and vaccines per Physician order. Discharge patients per Physician order and perform discharge education. Perform basic patient care procedures within the scope of practice. Respond to patient inquires and assist nurses and doctors with procedures. Perform patient eye exams. Schedule referrals for additional eye exams or specialist appointments per Physician order. Dispose of biohazard materials and clean clinical areas

Administrative: Assist with answering phones. Fill out medical forms, as needed. Order and maintain vaccines and medications. Order and stock medical supplies. Perform daily log entries and medical records documentation.

Reports to: Clinic Nurse Supervisor

Physical Demands:  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit or stand for long periods.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

 SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.