CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Stratford
Company: Aria Community Health Center
Location: Stratford
Posted on: August 5, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionSalary: Competitive and based on experienceACHC
is a Federally Qualified Health Center and licensed primary care
clinic. We provide Family Medicine and Dental Care, with additional
specialists in Behavioral Health, Chiropractic, Internal Medicine,
Neurology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Podiatry and
Optometry. ACHC Clinics are located across Fresno, Kings and Tulare
counties. RESPONSIBILITESThe Certified Medical Assistant assists
the Medical Providers (Physician, Nurse Practitioner and Physician
Assistant) within scope of practice. May also perform clerical and
information technology functions for medical providers in a clinic
setting, including primary responsibility for the operation of
electronic health records and electronic dictation systems. Primary
goal is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the
Provider. Must be able to anticipate Provider's needs to facilitate
the flow of clinic. Must be discreet, tactful, and unobtrusive in
performance of duties so as not to distract medical staff from
patient care. Good judgment, organizational ability, initiative,
attention to detail, and the ability to be self-motivated are
especially important. Must be adaptable and versatile. Good
attendance is an important element of this job. EXAMPLES OF
TASKS
- Prepares patient and area for procedures.
- As directed, assist Provider on patient care examination and
treatment procedures.
- Patient Intake
- Obtains vital signs (pulse, respiration, blood pressure,
temperature).
- Measures Height and Weighs patient.
- Performs vision screening and Audiometry screening.
- Obtains reason for visit to Health Center.
- Obtains History (immunization, allergies, family, surgery,
Obstetric/Gynecological).
- Obtains specimens using correct collection technique. i.e.
Urine (clean catch), Capillary for glucose, hemoglobin, lead, HA1C,
and Cholesterol.
- Proper immunization techniques of biological
immunizations.
- Prepare Medical equipment necessary to administer immunizations
and treat emergency reactions.
- Uses and effects of immunizing agents and prescribed
medications.
- Administer immunizing agents and medications necessary in the
event of an emergency reaction to such agents.
- identify and be responsive to the health needs of clients.
- May complete internal and official immunization record.
- When acting as a Scribe:
- Transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately
the Provider's encounter with the patient and others present.
- List all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up
instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the Provider.
- Transcribe patient orders including laboratory & radiology
tests, medications, etc.
- Document any procedures performed by the provider.Discharge of
patients
- Discharge of patients.
- Ask patient if instructions are clear for return visit.
- Check encounter forms for all required signatures and
information.
- Assist patient to check-out / appointment.
- Daily Tasks
- Open exam rooms.
- Check/turn on the otoscope/ophthalmoscopes.
- Check pelvic equipment/instruments.
- Check that all appropriate supplies are available.
- Clean exam tables and counter tops.
- Check and log refrigerator temperatures.
- Perform quality controls.
- Maintains and enters information on computer system, as well as
documentation in patient charts.
- Perform other routines and tasks as assigned.
- Travels between the Lindsay and Porterville sites.SKILLS
- Medical terminology.
- Recognition of physical exam process and ability to record exam
details.
- Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new
applications.
- Legible handwriting and ability to accurately record
information.
- Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and
improving patient flow.
- Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations
for patients and families. Other Requirements:
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
- Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or
stressful situation.
- Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in
person, by phone and in writing.
- Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including
but not limited to standards for safety, confidentiality,
attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with managers and peers.
- Assist in training of new staff and students completing
externship.EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONEducation, experience and
certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Prefer one to
two years of experience. History working with NextGen software and
medical coding training or certification are preferred but not
required. Bilingual in Spanish and English required.LICENSURE &
CERTIFICATIONCurrent certification as a CMA in the State of
California.BENEFITS
- 403(B)
- 403(B) matching
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation Pay
- Sick PayORGANIZATIONAL REPORTINGDay-to-day clinical supervision
by Provider on duty. Organizational supervision provided by the
Site Manager and/or department Supervisor.FLSA STATUS:
Non-exemptPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSHearing: Adequate to perform job
duties in person and over the telephone.Speaking: Must be able to
communicate clearly to patients in person and over the
telephone.Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties,
including reading information from printed sources and computer
screens. Other: Requires occasional lifting and carrying items
weighing up to 10 pounds unassisted. Requires frequent bending,
reaching, and repetitive hand movements (specifically keyboarding
and writing), standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some
lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular
work shift. Avenal (Aria) Community Health Center participates in
E-Verify.Avenal (Aria) Community Health Center is an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender
identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age,
membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental
status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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