Certified Medical Assistant

Position :

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Division : Health Services

Health Services

Department : Clinical Services

Clinical Services

Reports To :

Director of Clinical Operations

Location : Omaha

Omaha

Exempt / Non-Exempt :

Non-Exempt

Pay Grade :

Grade 7 ($17.52-$26.70)

Classification : Full-time

Full-time

Summary :

The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized Tribe with its ancestral homeland located in Niobrara, NE. The Tribe does not have a reservation in the classic definition;

rather, the Ponca Restoration Act defined its jurisdiction as a 'Service Delivery Area' comprised of 15 counties throughout parts of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota.

Within its Service Delivery Area, the Tribe offers a broad range of health, social, educational, and cultural services.

Responsible for assisting Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Nurses in the examination and treatment of patients, in a manner that promotes quality patient care.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties :

• Actively participates with team members in the delivery of physical and psychosocial dimensions of patient care.
• Prepares exam rooms and equipment to facilitate treatment and examination of patients by setting up instruments / equipment and stocking supplies, per provider protocol.
• Prepares patient for provider exam by reviewing medical records, weighing patient, checking vital signs, performing medication reconciliation and obtaining information relevant to patient care.
• Assists providers to facilitate patient treatment by retrieving tests and medical records and obtaining lab work as directed .
• Assists and / or performs phlebotomy with proper labeling and handling of specimens.
• Ensures accuracy of verbal / point-of-care (POC) order entry and completes appropriate documentation without error.
• Assists with dressing changes, minor procedures. (i.e., skin biopsy, electrocardiogram reports, pulmonary function testing, minor gynecologic procedures).
• Dispense / administer medications / injections to patients as directed by provider.
• Recognize significant changes in patient condition and take appropriate action.
• Assists nursing staff and Community Health Representatives with the completion of patient referrals.
• Assist in other areas of the clinic including administrative functions as directed.
• Inspects and maintains equipment condition according manufacturer specifications.
• Assists in maintaining room cleanliness and supply inventories.
• Other duties as assigned.

Relationships and Authority :

This position has no supervisory duties.

Working Environment and Physical Demands :

This position is located within an outpatient medical clinical setting. Works throughout the clinic area. Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during work hours.

Qualifications : Minimum :

Minimum :

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs.
• Competency in phlebotomy procedures
• Able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within three months of hire date, if not already certified
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and be insurable.
• Successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
• Able and willing to travel.

Preferred :

• One-year experience as a Certified Medical Assistant
• First Aid and CPR Certified.
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638 : Indian Self-Determination Act.
• Special certification and / or experience as required by area.
• One-year experience working with Native Americans or Native American organization

Preference will be given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe. However, all qualified individuals are eligible.

The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is an at-will employer.

Tribal Council Approval : 08 / 22 / 2023

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Risk Exposure Level

Low / Moderate / High

Annual Credentialing

Yes / No

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