CTHCA Medical Assistant Certified (NR-50010)
About The Position
The Medical Assistant for the Colville Tribal Healthcare Authority provides responsive, high-quality health care services that meet the needs of users at the assigned location. The Medical Assistant performs duties professionally and ensures patients’ needs are met with a pleasant demeanor. The position is located in Nespelem, Washington, and reports to the Nursing Supervisor. Tribal member and Indian preference applies; preference is also given to honorably discharged veterans who are minimally qualified. If required for the position, the employee must hold and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. The position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances, which must be maintained throughout employment if applicable. If the position is safety-sensitive, pre-employment drug testing applies, along with reasonable-suspicion and post-accident testing.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or similar.
- Complete HIPAA and Privacy training within 90 days of employment.
- Complete annual blood-borne pathogen training.
- Complete CPR/First Aid training within the first 90 days of hire.
- Ability to understand, speak, communicate, and read English.
- Ability to use RPMS and EHR proficiently.
- Ability to use a multiline telephone with good telephone etiquette.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and maintain confidentiality.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills to convey technical concepts and give instructions.
- Ability to communicate technical information and interact with a wide variety of internal and external groups and individuals.
- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in a high-volume environment to meet schedules and timelines.
- Ability to analyze data from multiple information sources by comparing and contrasting it to draw conclusions or identify trends.
- Ability to communicate professionally in writing, verbally, and nonverbally while maintaining a friendly tone, word choice, and body language.
- Ability to take initiative and be proactive to meet mandated deadlines and comply with goals and objectives.
- Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
- Manual and finger dexterity to complete duties.
- Ability to bend, stoop, and reach frequently.
- Ability to push and pull frequently.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds periodically.
- Ability to comprehend complex issues.
- Sufficient visual acuity to write, recognize printed materials, view a computer screen, and notice nonverbal behavior.
- Speech and hearing ability to project one’s voice to small and large audiences, carry on telephone conversations, and hear and understand verbal communications and equipment prompts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
