Travel Medical Assistant (MA) in Juneau, AK

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Medical Assistant in Juneau, Alaska, 99801!

About The Position

Job Title : Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Profession : Nursing

Specialty : CNA

Duration : Full Time

Shift : Days

Hours per Shift : 40

Experience : Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.

License : Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Certifications : Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) III or Paramedic Certification, or Nursing Degree from an accredited institution.

Must-Have :

High school diploma or GED required.

Description :

We are a non-profit health consortium dedicated to serving the health interests of our community.

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.

Working with us is more than a job; it’s 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.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job :

Accurately collect and document information in patient charts.

Keep patient records in order with all forms properly identified; copy and compile other medical data as needed.

Ensure patient medication and immunization records are current.

Recognize signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention and act appropriately.

Transport patients within the facility as needed.

Demonstrate the ability to manage patient care duties while maintaining clinic flow.

Report, and when appropriate, record any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patients, unusual incidents, or breaches in safety.

Observe patients to ensure that children, elderly, or impaired patients who require observation or assistance have someone in attendance.

Set up equipment and supplies for routine exams and minor procedures.

Prepare patients for and assist with procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries.

Provide specimen collection and Point of Care Testing (POCT).

Follow protocol for collecting, labeling, and transporting specimens.

Perform and assist with radiology exams per protocol if competencies are met.

Assist providers as directed and trained, within the appropriate licensed scope of practice.

Assist clinic nurses as needed.

Provide immunizations and injections as ordered by providers.

May perform basic life support as certified.

Assist providers in identifying patients overdue for immunizations and preventative health maintenance appointments.

Other Functions :

Provide cross-coverage for peers, helping clinics that need assistance to ensure efficient patient flow.

Attend and participate in at least 50% of area staff meetings annually.

Apply information presented in staff meetings and participate in unit goal setting.

Comply with area and departmental scheduling guidelines.

Initiate discussions with department managers regarding area or department issues.

Adhere to dress code policies.

Refer unresolved problems with patients, visitors, or coworkers to the appropriate manager for resolution.

Address employee concerns consistent with human resources policy.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Details :

Knowledge of clinic procedures for receiving and following through on patient visits and related treatments.

Knowledge of age-appropriate vital signs and behaviors.

Understanding of life-saving procedures and medical terminology.

Skills in communication and customer service.

Ability to operate medical equipment, including blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximeters, EKG machines, and cardiac monitors.

Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills and strong organizational abilities.

Ability to train and use various electronic medical record systems and accurately record patient data.

Communicate and interact effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Recognize and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

About Cynet Health

Your travel adventure begins here. Matching talented healthcare heroes like you with high-paying jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics.