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Medical Assistant I or II, Bilingual
Medical Assistant I or II, BilingualVariety Care • Oklahoma City, OK, United States
Medical Assistant I or II, Bilingual

Medical Assistant I or II, Bilingual

Variety Care • Oklahoma City, OK, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Pete White Center (VC) - Oklahoma City, OK

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Travel Percentage

None

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Health Care

Description

Department : Clinical

Position : Medical Assistant - Bilingual

Employee Category : Non-Exempt

Reporting Relationship : Practice Administrator

Character first Qualities :

  • Attentiveness- Showing the worth of a person or task by giving my undivided concentration.
  • Cautiousness- Knowing the importance of right timing in accomplishing right actions.
  • Compassion- Investing whatever is necessary in healing the hurts of others.
  • Dependability- Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice.
  • Initiative- Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities :

The Medical Assistant assists their assigned Providers with patient examinations, pre-visit questions, treatments and procedures as directed by the Provider, while maintaining an efficient flow of patients through the clinic.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Greets and welcomes patients. Escorts patient to the appropriate location for pre-examination information gathering.
  • Inquiries about any self-referrals, recent ER visits or hospitalizations and requests reports from appropriate sources, documenting all information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Measures and records patient specific information : height, weight, respiration, pulse, blood pressure, temperature, pulse oximetry (Sp02) and head circumference as appropriate. Accurately records all measurements and information gathered in patient's EMR.
  • Documents patient's stated chief complaint in EMR.
  • Administers medications and injections under provider's directions and documents in EMR.
  • Reviews assigned Telephone Encounters within the EMR in a timely manner.
  • Administers immunizations under Provider's direction, including providing Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) and follow-up. Updates vaccine information in Oklahoma State Immunization Information System (OSIIS) and patient's EMR accurately.
  • Prepares and restocks supplies in each examination room(s) daily and swiftly prepares rooms for subsequent patients.
  • Assists providers in physical exams and procedures as directed.
  • Participates in training programs to improve patient care, such as learning and practicing evidence- based practice approaches to care.
  • Addresses the needs of patients and families in the health center.
  • Considers cultural sensitivity and utilizes effective communication skills.
  • Disposes of contaminated items in accordance to Variety Care policy.
  • Follows "Universal Precautions" for safety regulations; uses appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as task on hand requires.
  • Follows the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines and VARIETY CARE policies and procedures as they relate to privacy and confidentiality.
  • Complies with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommendations for the workplace.
  • Coordinates with referral clerks to arrange referrals outside of Variety Care, as requested by the provider. Advises patient accordingly and answers simple questions regarding the referral.
  • Communicates with community organizations, health plans, facilities and specialists to obtain test and referral results. Responsible for quickly conveying high priority results to Provider.
  • Assists with medical emergencies as directed by Provider.
  • Supports plan of care and patient education in line with provider's recommendations.
  • Occasionally travels to other Variety Care health centers and provides back-up coverage as directed by Practice Administrator when necessary. Mileage is reimbursed as per policy.
  • Supports Variety Care's accreditation as a Patient Centered Medical Home and our commitment to provide care to all Variety patients that is Safe, Effective, Patient Centered, Timely, Efficient, and Equitable. Provides leadership and work with all staff to achieve the goals of the "Triple Aim" of healthcare reform-to improve the experience of care, improve health outcomes, and decrease healthcare costs.
  • Embodies the strength of personal character. Places value on being an open and honest communicator who displays high moral and ethical conduct, integrity, adaptability, and sound judgment. Result-oriented problem solver who is responsible and accountable.
  • Ability to function as a member of assigned emergency code team.
  • Familiar with crash car and / or emergency kit, use of and restocking procedure.

  • Understand and have general knowledge of the Medical Assistant competency based-orientation checklist.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by service line.
  • Essential Functions :

  • Able to lift at least 25 pounds
  • Able to assist patients onto and off of exam table when asked or directed.
  • Qualifications

    MA I

    Requirements, Special Skills or Knowledge :

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Bilingual (English / Spanish).
  • Demonstrated proficiency of core competencies within 90 days of employment.
  • Must complete CPR course within 90 days of employment.
  • Demonstrates ability to obtain and record accurate information.
  • Ability to use or willing to learn electronic medical records software.
  • Possesses intermediate computer skills including data entry and typing.
  • Ability to demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the licensed Provider, an ability to perform tasks, administer medications and injections, has knowledge of instrumentation used in lab point of care testing, as directed within 90 days.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with the patient population.
  • Ability to work in a multi-faceted, fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information private and in accordance with HIPAA and Variety Care policy.
  • Preferred Requirements, Special Skills or Knowledge :

  • Previous experience in a medical assistant.
  • Previous clinic experience.
  • OR

    MA II

    Requirements, Special Skills or Knowledge :

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Bilingual (English / Spanish).
  • Registration / Certification or two or more years of equivalent experience.
  • Completed and proficient in the Medical Assistant competency-based orientation checklist.
  • Ability to be a preceptor for newly hired staff.
  • Must complete CPR course within 90 days of employment.
  • Demonstrates ability to obtain and record accurate information.
  • Ability to use or willing to learn electronic medical records software.
  • Intermediate computer skills including data entry and typing.
  • Ability to demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the licensed Provider, an ability to perform tasks, administer medications and injections, has knowledge of instrumentation used in lab point of care testing, as directed within 90 days.
  • Experience communicating with the patient population.
  • Experience working in a multi-faceted, fast-paced work environment.
  • Experience maintaining confidentiality of information private and in accordance with HIPAA and Variety Care policy.
  • Preferred Requirements, Special Skills or Knowledge :

  • Medical Assistant Certificate or LPN License. Previous experience in a medical assistant role may be considered in lieu of a certificate / license.
  • Previous clinic or primary practice experience.
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