Medical Assistant Certified

 Nooksack Indian Tribe

                   JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:      Medical Assistant Certified-LPN

Department: Health Department-Medical Clinic

Reports to:   Medical Clinic Manager

Job Status:   Full Time

Type:             Non-Exempt (Hourly)

GRADE:         G

SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care services to accomplish the individual patient plan of care using accepted procedures to safely and efficiently care for a full assignment of patients with subtle and sometimes unidentified needs. Provide support to the Nooksack Health Clinic operations and programs under the guidance of Medical Clinic Manager. The MA is equally responsible for the quality assurance and maintenance of confidential patient medical records and assists in maintaining health care facilities in compliance with Federal HIPPA, IHS and ICH compliance standards.

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Escort patients to examination room, obtains pertinent information regarding reason for visit, assists patient with preparation for examination, and takes vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure) and records information in medical chart. Takes urine samples when indicated.
2. Works with Provider in obtaining comprehensive health history:

• Chief Complaint
• Medications
• Allergies
• Medical History
• Surgeries
• Health Screens and Preventive Measures
• Immunization Status

1. Prepares patient for treatment procedures or examinations to be performed.
2. Performs procedures such as phlebotomy, injections, EKG’s and hearing/vision testing.
3. Administers vaccinations when indicated per Providers orders. Provides immunization education and literature to patients
4. Assist Provider with sterile procedures such as suturing and nonsterile procedures such as biopsies and pap smears. Applies dressings, splints, etc. as directed.
5. Sterilize and wrap necessary equipment according to proper autoclave techniques. Check inventory regarding outdated sterile supplies and reorders as necessary.
6. Maintain stock supplies for clinic exam rooms, generates general and sterile supply orders as necessary.
7. Clean examination rooms after each use and prepares room for the next patient. Restock room as necessary.
8. Pull chart and review the chart prior to patient’s appointment. Check with Medical Records to assure that all information (lab tests, X-rays, registration, immunizations, medicines, allergies, preventive procedures etc.) have been filled out appropriately. Consult with patient’s primary provider to assure proper appointment and to identify any specific tests (i.e. urinalysis, fasting blood sugar, etc.), which should be performed.
9. Record pharmaceutical requests per the Pharmacy Policy and Procedure Manual, i.e. records in Pharmaceutical Request Log. Pull patient’s chart and review chart with patient’s primary provider, and records outcome in patient’s chart and Pharmaceutical Request Log.
10. Assists Provider in screening patient health complaints, by phone or in person. This requires the MA to work within their scope of practice and triage comprehensive questions/concerns to the provider.
11. Contact patients who miss appointments, assist with making referral appointments, write and send reminder notices to patients. Assists provider in calling patients to communicate their lab.
12. Provide back-up clerical assistance to front office personnel as needed.
13. Attend required meetings and in-service training as directed by supervisor.
14. Demonstrate neat and professional appearance with clean hygiene.
15. Demonstrate efficient ability to perform multi-tasks simultaneously.
16. Facilitate patients’ scheduling appointments for health screens as determined by health history; pap smears, breast exams, prostate screens, AIC-Hgb/blood sugar checks, pediatric wellness/Immunizations.
17. Assists in Well-Child Examinations. Prepares exam rooms with proper equipment and assessment standards specific to patient age
18. Performs CLIA-wavered laboratory tests, such as urinalysis, hematocrits, pregnancy tests, strep screens and glucometer measurements

PREFERENCE:

Indian Preference Policy applies to this and all positions with the Nooksack Indian Tribe.

MINIMUM QUALIFICIATIONS

The following qualifications are required for the incumbent in order to be considered for this position.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

● High school diploma or GED certificate.

● Medical Assistant Certificate or Practical Nursing Certificate 

 ● Basis Life Support certification.

 ● Minimum two years’ experience, preferably in a Family Practice setting or Community Health setting

REQUIRED SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

● Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals

 ● Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.

 ● Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups

 of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

 ● Must pass alcohol/drug test at time of hire and throughout employment.

 ● Must pass criminal background check at time of hire and periodically thereafter.

• Computer Charting Experience
• Ability to navigate Electronic Health Records (EHR) and chart appropriately

REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must pass alcohol/drug test at time of hire and throughout employment
• Must pass criminal background check at time of hire and periodically thereafter

REQUIRED LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:

 ● Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid Washington State 

 Driver’s License and meet the insurability requirements of the Tribe.

• Unrestricted Medical Assistant Certification in WA State

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 ● Work is primarily performed in an office environment.

● Occasional standing and/or walking while performing office duties;

walking short distances performed throughout shift on tile, carpet or concrete.

● Frequent/constant sitting.

● Kneel or crouch occasionally to receive items from ground level.

● Constant use of hands, fingers and arms to reach or grasp while

keyboarding, using phone, calculator, copier and other office equipment and

administrative duties.

● Forward and over shoulder reaching on frequent basis.

● Work requires stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping and

repetitive motion.

● Ability to use computers, read fine print, interact with public and co-workers,

visual acuity in near/mid ranges.

● Ability to answer phones, communicate with clients, patients and co-workers

while giving and receiving instructions.

● Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.

● Frequent speaking, constant hearing, constant near and far vision, frequent

Depth perception, peripheral vision, color accuracy and color discrimination.

● Ability to frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.

DESIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

The following qualifications are preferred/helpful for the incumbent who has these skills/knowledge or abilities for the position.

• Ability to respond to demanding and complicated patient situations
• Effective communication with doctors, nurses and other staff
• Maintain concise, timely and accurate confidential records of patients
• Ability to empathize with diverse patients’ needs
• Ability to prioritize patients according to their clinical acuity
• Good time management skills
• Ability to solve difficult problems
• Strong decision making and practical skills

I have read and understand the position requirements as stated above. I further understand that occasionally I may be instructed to perform duties that are not listed above but are relative to my position.

Employee Signature Date

Supervisor Signature Date