Job Information
Kenton Community Health Center Medical Assistant in Kenton, Ohio
Medical Assistant ($3,000 Sign-On Bonus)
Full Time: 7:30 am - 8:00 pm (3 -12's shifts)
Kenton Community Health Center Hours of Operation Monday through Friday
POSITION PURPOSE
Under general supervision in a patient centered medical home setting, the Medical Assistant provides initial patient intake, assists with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature, as dictated by established clinical protocol.
QUALIFICATIONS:
*EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: *HS Diploma or GED required
*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE: *Successful completion of in-house training.
*EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: *At least 1 year of directly related experience preferred.
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- CPR - BLS (basic life support) Required
- Ability to perform standard clinical procedures according to established protocols.
- Ability to perform routine invasive procedures, such as HIV testing, in accordance with established clinical protocol.
- Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Ability to maintain calendars and schedule appointments.
- Ability to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment within established parameters.
- Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories.
- Knowledge of outpatient clinical administrative procedures.
- Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
BENEFIT OFFERED:
- $3,000 Sign-On Bonus with 2 Year Commitment Agreement (only for new candidates)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Holidays
- 403b Retirement with up to 8% match (starts at 3% and increases with time of service at HPWO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training Opportunities
- Eligible to apply for the Emerging Leaders Program after 1 year of Employment
- Annual Raises
Employee Assistance Program
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
- Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; assists in obtaining patient histories, takes vital signs, prepares charts, and assists with medical examinations.
- Performs routine specialized procedures, such as HIV screenings, fluoride varnish application and sterile dressing changes under established protocols.
- Completes patient health screenings including hearing, vision, and all CLIA waived testing.
- Administers injections after appropriate training.
- Administers immunizations and medications that are not controlled substances.
- Maintains stock of medical supplies as necessary.
- Educates and advises patients on specified medical issues within established parameters.
- Schedules and monitors patient appointments; may coordinate routine office activities and administrative functions in support of unit activities.
- Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
- May recruit patients for studies and may participate in outreach clinical activities as required.
- Performs patient education and discharge instructions.
- Completes referrals and schedules tests for patients.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.