Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

General Statement of Duties

The Medical Assistant is responsible for understanding the use of and maintenance of medical equipment, medications, and electronic health records. They assist health care providers with routine medical procedures. They assist in delivery of primary care in an ambulatory setting with emphasis on prevention and health maintenance. The Medical Assistant functions in accordance with established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. This position reports to the Clinical Manager, Medical Provider, and the Medical Director.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Interview patients to obtain medical information.
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the provider.
• Record patients’ medical history, vital statistics, and information such as test results in electronic medical records
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, and providers instructions to patients.
• Prepare exam rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
• Perform general office duties including answering telephones, scheduling appointments and data entry.
• Prepare and administer medications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications and Other Essential Functions

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands Required to Fulfill Essential Functions of this Position

Employee must be able to : sit or stand for long periods of time; focus on tasks while in an active office environment where conversation and noise is prevalent; operate a keyboard, write, speak, and hear; read small print both on paper and on a computer screen for long periods of time and, occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Additional Requirements

Working Conditions

There may be exposure to airborne and blood-borne pathogens, and hazardous materials. This position may include working remotely.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

La Pine Community Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. La Pine Community Health Center complies with all applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

LCHC’s Mission, Vision, and Values

All LCHC employees are required to promote and foster LCHC’s mission, vision, and values.

Mission : We improve lives in our community through accessible and affordable healthcare provided with kindness, integrity, and respect.

Vision : For a healthy community.

Core Values : Respect, integrity, collaboration, professionalism, accountability, and compassion.