MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Company: Comprehensive Community Health Centers Inc.
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
JOB SUMMARYPerform administrative and certain clinical duties under
the direction of provider. Prepare and maintain treatment rooms,
drape and position patients, hand equipment, supplies, and
instruments to provider. Takes vital signs, visions PAMS, assists
with treatments, maintains equipment, visual fields and inventory
supplies, including EMR, patient scheduling, charge slips and
routine patient instruction and knowledge of CPR.ESSENTIAL DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIESClinical Duties:Administer medical
questionnaires directly to Clinic Staff, Patients as well as any
visitors entering job sitesAdminister and interpret the temperature
of an individual utilizing forehead, tympanic and/or oral
thermometers according to manufacturer's instructions and CDC
guidance for personal protectionReporting cases of positive and
negative responses according to established protocolsCommunicate
findings directly to the Leads as requiredDocument findings and
results of the Medical ScreeningMake changes in the appointment
type as needed basis depending on findings and results while having
polite, but clear communication with the patients about the
changesDon and Doff PPE as required within the protocol for
performing medical screening as needed basisPatient
RelationsAssures timeliness of services rendered to patientsClearly
informs patient the name of provider who will render
servicesArranges for and assists patients in understanding
instructions for all ancillary servicesListens to complaints from
patients regarding services renderedDemonstrates adequate triage
technique in handling telephone calls from patients and inquiries
regarding services renderedAppropriate management of filing
records, recording telephone calls and prescription refill
information in electronic medical recordsChecks floor stock and
sample medications, discards expired medications appropriately,
re-orders as neededDemonstrates accurate knowledge in management of
emergency situationsAssists patient to roomLooks after patient's
comfort while on premisesMaintains availability to examining
Provider as needed.Accurately performs visual testing and on-site
testing.Accurately file all patients' lab results, x-ray, EKG,
SCANS and all miscellaneous documents after doctor signs offAssists
providers in all medical examinationsCollection of all specimens,
including cultures, for laboratory processingAssists in minor
surgery, positioning and draping patient, passing
instrumentsInventory, Ordering, Facility MaintenanceScreens
telephone calls for referral and takes messages for providerUnder
the direction of the provider an MA may administer injections of
scheduled drugs, including narcotic medications, only if the dosage
is verified by the provider prior and the injection is intradermal,
subcutaneous, or intramuscular.Compiles and condenses technical and
statistical data for reports and records.Updates and maintains
required logsTranslates for provider and office staff as
requestedAssists in preparation of office for a site review and
auditPerforms tasks under the direction of provider and
managementCalls in prescriptions or prescription refills under the
direction of the providerPerforms related work as requiredMaintains
patient care areas as follows:- Cleans (daily) all community areas-
Cleans immediately following infectious exposure- Inventories
supplies daily and orders as appropriate- Maintains patient
confidentiality at all timesProvide reproductive health counseling
( title X services )Participate in huddles with provider MA
teamConducting chart prep (to ensure that patients file are
complete for patient care on day of appointment, including Standing
Order Sets based on Clinical Guidelines)Motivational
interviewingAdministrative Duties:Schedules appointmentsRegisters
patient data in computerSends appropriate information to various
departments and medical officesOrganizational Activities:Knows
rules and procedures for request for Information.Knows rules and
procedures for release of information.Acquires appropriate
signatures.Ascertains that Provider or manager is aware of request
for information.Submits appropriate information per above
procedure.Reports equipment or supply needs to
Administrator.Reports malfunctioning equipment.Maintains general
office equipment, i.e., Xerox, typewriters, Computer, Printers, CPR
carts, emergency supply and auxiliary servicesMarketing
Activities:Maintains computerized files of patients, including
updated names, addresses, telephone numbers, etc.Conducts mailings
to patients.Performs calls to patients for recall purposes.Attends
health fairs/events.Plans for event and prepares necessary items
required to conduct successful event.Communicates effectively with
event attendees, explains services, and schedules
appointments.Works with Management in creating/reviewing necessary
collateral materials.Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or its
equivalentMedical Assistant Certificate2 years experience
preferredCPR CertifiedCertification through AAMA
preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESAbility to find solutions
when barriers are identified.Strong documentation skills.Ability to
multi-task and prioritize when needed.Ability to independently seek
out resources and work collaboratively.Ability to read, understand
and follow oral and written instructions.Experience and work ethics
that supports working within a high functioning, team-oriented
environment.Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work under
supervision.Ability to develop and maintain good working
relationships with staff.Ability to use computer and learn new
software programs.Excellent interpersonal skills reflecting clarity
and diplomacy and the ability to communicate accurately and
effectively with all levels of staff and management.Demonstrates
ability to work in a regulatory climate that includes oversight of
state and federal entities, payer contracts etc.Possesses ability
to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Possesses
genuine respect for others and acceptance of their individual
social and cultural traits.Proficient knowledge of Microsoft
Outlook.Able to travel and attend professional meetings,
conferences, trainings and clinic sites.Demonstrate flexibility,
enthusiasm, and willingness to cooperate while working with others
in multi-disciplinary teams.Requires the knowledge of Informal
Medical Office Policies and Procedures.Ability and willingness to
work cooperatively with othersAbility to be highly
organized.Ability to work independently.Ability to speak
effectively with vendors as well as employees.Ability to create and
prepare reports.Must have analytical and problem solving
abilities.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out
instructions functions furnished in written, oral, or diagram
form.Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.Ability to
present information in an easily understandable manner.Ability to
organize and prioritize work with minimum supervision.Proficiency
with computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point and
Word.Flexible and able to multi-task; can work within an ambiguous,
fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and
solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and
guiding investment in people and systemsPerforms other related
duties as assigned.PHYSICAL DEMANDSPosition requires prolonged
sitting at a computer, some bending, lifting, stooping and
stretching. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity
sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, photocopy machine,
telephone, and other office equipment is also required. Employee
must have normal range of hearing and eyesight.NOTE: The essential
job functions for this position include, but may not be limited to
those listed in this job description. Employees hired for this
position must be able to perform the essential functions of this
job without imposing significant risk of substantial harm to the
health or safety of themselves or othersPI188004082
Keywords: Comprehensive Community Health Centers Inc., Los Angeles , MEDICAL ASSISTANT, Healthcare , Los Angeles, California
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