Certified Medical Assistant - PCC

Norton Sound Health Corp • Nome, AK

29d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide patient and family focused care in accordance with NSHC’s policies and procedures while applying standards for professional Certified Medical Assistant practice in the outpatient setting.

Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.

Requirements

• Basic vital signs
• Set up for general procedures (such as pap smears and wound care)
• Above average customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Associate of Science degree or Technical School
• Minimum of 3 months doctor’s office and/or clinical experience is required, one year preferred
• Nationally registered or licensed as a Certified Medical Assistant
• BLSCertification

Responsibilities

• Intake patients by obtaining vital signs, verifying allergies and all medications that the patient is currently taking, documenting chief complaints before the patient is seen by the physician
• Obtain laboratory results for review by the physician, setting up and assisting with procedures, and entering labs as ordered
• Perform various injections such as intradurmal, intramuscular, and subcutaneous, and phlebotomy as ordered
• Administer oxygen therapy by nasal cannula or face mask as ordered by the physician
• Perform electrocardiograms, suture removal and wound care, patient education and assist with minor surgery
• Ensure patient follow-up care and scheduling of appointments
• Prepare and stock examination rooms
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree