Clinic Assistant

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin • Fitchburg, WI

52d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinic Assistant supports quality patient care in an ambulatory setting by performing both clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of designated staff. Clinical duties include sterilizing instruments and maintaining clinical areas, while administrative tasks involve handling documents, faxes, and informational materials. Work is guided by the RN Team Coordinator and overseen by the Clinic Manager.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to provide personal transportation.
• Possession of a valid, Wisconsin driver license if operating a motor vehicle.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform or learn standard clinical sterilization, cleaning, and stocking procedures according to established protocols and policies.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn how to properly use and maintain equipment, materials, and supplies used during the course of treatment.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn and use computer-based applications such as MS Office.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn basic medical terminology.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and /or infection control standards.
• Ability to recognize, identify and report problems to appropriate personnel.
• Knowledge of inventory management practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be culturally sensitive and to work with a diverse patient population.
• Ability to maintain good working relationship with patients and staff.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, push and/or carry up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Some medical training is desirable.
• Previous relevant experience working in a clinic or ambulatory setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining clinical areas.
• Handling documents, faxes, and informational materials.
• Maintaining quality, safety and/or infection control standards.
• Recognizing, identifying and reporting problems to appropriate personnel.
• Managing inventory.
• Maintaining good working relationships with patients and staff.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Abiding by all organizational and departmental policies.
• Setting personal standards and striving for high quality work.
• Performing job duties in a timely manner.
• Representing the organization in a positive manner.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Eyewear discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED