Medical Assistant 2

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe•Auburn, WA

14h

About The Position

Under supervision, the Medical Assistant performs paraprofessional-level health care duties in the Tribe’s Health Clinic. The role supports providers in patient care, clinical procedures, laboratory work, patient communication, health education, medical records, and clinic operations. The employee may also be expected to perform a range of office and field duties in support of the Tribe’s community service and the well-being of its members, whether or not those duties are part of regular responsibilities.

Requirements

Current Washington State Medical Assistant certification (MA-C) and license.
Five years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant in primary care, family medicine, and/or pediatrics.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current CPR/AED certification (BLS for HCP); CPR certification is required.
Knowledge of basic pharmacology, medical terminology, and clinical procedures.
Knowledge of human systems, including basic anatomy, physiology, biology, and human growth and development.
Knowledge of CDC, OSHA, and medical safety standards; health-promoting behaviors and practices; health care maintenance and prevention; universal precautions; and medical record-keeping procedures.
Oral and written communication, basic computer, problem-solving, and client-interviewing skills.
Skills in documentation and medical record charting, patient assessment, and basic mathematics.
Ability to work with diverse populations and maintain positive interpersonal relations with employees, supervisors, administration, and providers.
Ability to maintain professional conduct and patient confidentiality.
Ability to perform front-office duties, including phone work, mail handling, filing, and scheduling.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, and meet deadlines under time constraints.

Responsibilities

Obtain laboratory specimens, perform venous and capillary blood withdrawal, and process and prepare specimens for transport.
Screen patient phone calls, respond or refer appropriately, identify patient needs, schedule appointments, refer patients to health care professionals when necessary, and prioritize urgency according to clinical guidelines.
Collect and record measurements and vital signs, and interview patients about medical, dietary, and social history, including health risk factors.
Screen patients for health care services and assist providers with procedures, treatments, minor surgeries, and other aspects of care.
Provide basic health and nutrition information and refer patients to health care services and available resources.
Clean, stock, and set up examination rooms and sterilize examination equipment.
Order, inventory, monitor, and maintain clinical and laboratory supplies.
Maintain documents and process medical records.
Collect and maintain laboratory records and data for research studies and program management.
Administer medications safely and knowledgeably in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge, skill, and judgment within the area of specialty.
Practice within the parameters of licensure and remain accountable for professional conduct.
Assist providers with all aspects of patient care as needed.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of protected health information in accordance with Division policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
Perform other office and field duties as needed in support of the Tribe’s community service and members’ well-being.