Medical Assistant: Meeker Family Health Clinic

Pioneers Medical Center•Meeker, CO

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides direct medical care to patients under the direction of a physician at Meeker Family Health Clinic. The position includes patient assessment and care, support for clinical procedures, patient education, clinical documentation, and general clinic operations. The Medical Assistant also maintains exam rooms and supplies, handles records and specimens, and operates and maintains medical equipment. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical terminology.
Current BLS certification within three months of transfer or hire.
Kind and professional demeanor and a professional, well-groomed appearance.
Communicate positively and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with patients, families, and staff.
Demonstrate effective organizational skills in an evolving environment.
Work with honesty, compassion, and integrity.
Adhere to all PMC confidentiality procedures and policies.
Demonstrate a commitment to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable working environment.
Be self-directed and able to work independently.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including remaining stationary and moving about the facility for substantial portions of the time; frequently transporting objects up to 50 pounds; occasionally positioning objects up to 100 pounds; communicating and exchanging information; recognizing color and depth details nearby; frequently operating computers, machinery, and healthcare equipment; and constantly positioning oneself to perform essential functions.
May be required to wear N95s or PAPRs throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant credential.
Current, unencumbered Colorado license.
Previous experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and reasons for visits.
Assess, plan, delegate, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Recognize and evaluate changes in patient status and initiate appropriate action.
Obtain patient information, specimens, lab results, and x-rays, and prepare them for the clinical provider.
Assist providers with procedures, including minor surgical procedures, and prepare exam rooms and supplies.
Perform procedures within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, including tympanography, medication administration, venipuncture, vision screening, and dressing changes.
Provide and document patient education, including medication rationale and side effects, medication and procedure explanations, prescription directions, and test results.
Clean instruments and prepare them for sterilization.
Operate and maintain medical equipment.
Recognize and address patient and family learning needs; tailor patient education and planning to patient needs.
Access resources for referrals and arrange referral appointments as needed.
Document treatments, procedures, education, and medication administration according to clinical charting guidelines.
Conduct eye exams using the Snellen Eye Chart.
Draw blood and remove sutures as directed by a physician.
Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, file, maintain records, and perform other general clinic duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.