Employee Health Medical Assistant

SCA Health•Peridot, AZ

73d

About The Position

The Employee Health Medical Assistant works closely with the Employee Health Nurse to develop, maintain, and implement the Employee Health program in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and objectives of SCAHC and in accordance with state, federal, and other regulatory standards.

Requirements

Two years of healthcare experience in a hospital setting, required
High School Diploma or GED Equibalent, required
Current Medical Assistant Certification, required
Valid driver's license, required
BLS Certification, required

Nice To Haves

ACLS Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures provision of employee health activities; performs employee health testing and maintains documentation for all areas within the corporation.
Initiates annual employee and new employee health screening and maintains records; administers any relevant immunizations for new employees or current employees when indicated; and administers influenza vaccination during annual program.
Places Employee Health requirement lab orders in the electronic health record and monitors for results.
Supports employee wellness by assisting with in-services on employee injury and health, including during annual training. Facilitates employee injury treatment program in relation to exposures and assists with post-exposure protocols.
Maintains confidential employee medical records in accordance with OSHA, CDC, and corporation standards, including employee exposure log.
Informs staff of requirements; communicates effectively with all staff.
Participates in staff trainings.
Communicates effectively with physicians, other providers, clinical and non-clinical staff.
Works closely with the Infection Control Officer, Safety Officer, and Risk Manager.
Performs other duties as assigned