Medical Assistant

Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center-posted 2 months ago
Milwaukee, WI
101-250 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services
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A Medical Assistant is a healthcare professional and an essential member of the patient-centered healthcare team. This individual is responsible for pre-visit planning, standard rooming responsibilities, assisting with procedures, discharge instructions and other duties as assigned. The medical assistant is instrumental in helping the patient feel at ease while collaborating with the provider throughout the patient's visit. The medical assistant may be required to cross train and float as needed to maintain optimal clinic operations.

  • Operate as part of the Care Team with assigned RNs and Providers.
  • Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and restocks rooms as necessary.
  • Requires accurate and timely documentation in the EHR.
  • Assist in maintaining accurate records for procedures performed, tests administered, and results received.
  • Perform vitals by obtaining HT, WT, BP, HR, O2, Temp, and Pain Scale rating.
  • Perform routine CLIA waived lab procedures.
  • Assist in maintenance of medical record and data collection.
  • Pre-plan for each visit, including checking for preventative screenings due.
  • Administer medications and immunizations as ordered.
  • Follow RN and Provider orders as instructed.
  • Obtain a concise medical history from patients.
  • Prepare Patients for Medical Tests and Examinations.
  • Assist Physicians during Examinations.
  • Explain Medical Procedures to Patients.
  • Sterilize Medical Instruments.
  • Assist on the Triage Phone within the Medical Assistant's scope of practice.
  • Complete medication prior authorizations.
  • Perform phlebotomy.
  • Provide patient education and information.
  • Participate in clinical committees, quality improvement studies, audit preparation, etc. as needed.
  • Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • 3 years or more of experience in a clinical position with demonstrated core competencies in performing skills such as: injections, immunizations, EKG, obtaining vital signs, obtaining blood glucose reading, routine medication administration, aseptic technique, phlebotomy and infection control guidelines, or the completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • High School Graduate.
  • Proficient PC skills with exposure to electronic medical records systems, preferably Epic.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA regulations.
  • Bilingual preferred.
  • Equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
  • American Indian and Veteran Preference employer.
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