Certified medical assistant

divh2AK - Nationally Certified Medical Assistant - Juneau/h2p5k sign on, 10 k relocation/ppSEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement./ppWorking at SEARHC is more than a job, its a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more./ppKey Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job/pulliAccurately collects and documents information in patient chart. Keeps patient records in order with all forms properly identified; copies and compiles other medical data as needed./liliAssures patient medication and immunization records are current./liliRecognizes signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention and acts appropriately./liliTransport patients within the facility, as needed./liliDemonstrate ability to smoothly manage patient care duties while maintaining clinic flow./liliReports, and when appropriate, records any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patients, unusual incidents, or breeches in safety. Observes patients to insure children, elderly, or impaired patients who require observation or assistance have someone in attendance./liliSets up equipment and supplies for routine exams and minor procedures./liliPrepares patients for and assists with procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries./liliProvides specimen collection, Point of Care Testing (POCT). Follows protocol for collecting, labeling, and transporting of specimens./liliPerforms and assists with radiology exams per protocol if competencies are met./liliAssists Provider as directed and trained by Provider as well as within their licensed Scope of Practice./liliAssists Clinic Nurse as needed./liliProvides immunizations, injections as ordered by Provider./liliMay perform basic life support, as certified./liliAssists provider in identifying patients overdue for immunizations and preventative health maintenance including routine, urgent and emergent appointments with appropriate provider and clinic./li/ulpOther Functions/pulliProvides cross-coverage for their peers, helping peers and clinics that need assistance to ensure the efficient and effective flow of patients through the department./liliAttends and participates in at least 50% area staff meetings annually; responsible for applying information presented in staff meetings; participates in unit goal setting; complies with area and departmental scheduling guidelines; initiates discussion with department manager regarding area or department issues; complies with dress code; refers un-resolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to appropriate Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy./liliOther duties as assigned./li/ulpAdditional Details:/ppEducation, Certifications, and Licenses Required/pulliHigh school diploma or GED required/liliCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required/liliCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR/liliEMT III Current AK Certification OR/liliCurrent AK Paramedic Certification OR/liliNursing Degree from an accredited institution can replace the requirements above./li/ulpExperience Required/pulliExperience working in a healthcare setting preferred./li/ulpKnowledge of/pulliClinic procedures for receiving and following through on a patient visit and any related clinic treatments, procedures./liliAge-appropriate vital signs and behaviors./liliLife-saving procedures./liliMedical terminology and the ability to readily learn and use various computer programs preferred./li/ulpSkills in/pulliCommunication and use of customer service skills./liliComputer application skills sufficient to utilize medical database in a competent manner./liliAbility to operate medical equipment including blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter, EKG machine, cardiac monitor, manual defibrillator./liliGood interpersonal and communication skills; strong organizational skills./li/ulpAbility to/pulliTrain and use various EMR systems and accurately record patient data./liliCommunicate and interact with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team./liliRecognize and respond appropriately in emergency situations./li/ul/div