Job Opening: Medical Assistant Trainee
Job Description
The Cow Creek Health & Wellness Center is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our healthcare team as a Medical Assistant Trainee. This full-time position is ideal for those who are passionate about community health and eager to grow their skills in a supportive and culturally-rich environment. Located at our well-equipped outpatient primary care facility, this is an on-site role that requires the trainee to be actively present at the healthcare facility and is not suitable for remote work.
The selected candidate will embark on a structured multi-phase training program under the guidance of experienced medical professionals. This program is designed to enhance your clinical abilities and prepare you for certification as a Medical Assistant. By the end of the training, successful candidates will not only be highly proficient in a range of medical assistant responsibilities but also eligible for transition into a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) role within our organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Obtain preliminary health information and physical assessment during a patient’s visit including vital signs, chief complaints, and health maintenance needs.
- Function under established procedures and medical protocols for laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures (e.g., EKG, Spirometry, Audiometry, Visual Acuity, Updraft Treatments, Tympanometry, Pulse Oximetry, and Peak Flow Measurements).
- Administer medications, including injections, and assist other Medical Assistants/Nurses/Providers in therapeutic procedures (e.g., casting, suturing, wound debridement, dressing changes, etc.) within scope of practice.
- Perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and laboratory tests within clinic standards and under the guidance of the laboratory technician.
- Utilize and maintain laboratory equipment with adherence to all laboratory safety standards.
- Document in patient medical record & Electronic Health Record (EHR) all observations, assessments, interventions, and therapeutic measures taken. Use EHR to review and process all laboratory orders.
- Coordinate follow-up patient care with ancillary services by scheduling appointments and referrals. Provide education to patients and families regarding the management of medications, treatments, home care or discharge instructions, etc.
- Assist in maintaining adequate clinic supplies & equipment as well as upkeep of clinic area by maintaining a safe environment for patient & staff. Monitor equipment for repair or damage & report deficiency to the Nurse.
- Provide and/or assist in the provision of emergency care. Implement first aid in an emergency according to emergency preparedness policies.
- Provide point of care testing in accordance with training and best practice guidelines.
- Evaluate need and appropriateness of immunizations and administer immunizations in accordance with best practice guidelines.
- Manage patient panels and quality measures with the primary care provider teams.
- Flexibility to travel between north and south clinics as needed.
- Adhere to all tribal policies outlined in the Employee Personnel Manual. Protect patient medical information within the guidelines of HIPAA policies & procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED, required.
- Must have one year of supervised work experience in the medical field within the last three years.
- Must obtain CMA within 6 months of hire and keep current through continuing education and recertification requirements (e.g., CPR, Fire Safety, Lab Safety, etc.).
- Must be willing to perform blood draws and deliver immunizations as needed.
- Must demonstrate proficient communication skills and be able to work in collaboration with other health care professionals to maintain the delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Able to work independently with excellent attention to detail and quality improvement.
- Must demonstrate a working knowledge of computer applications & Electronic Health Records.
