Medical Assistant - Certified

Katahdin Valley Health Center • Dover-Foxcroft, ME • 23h ago

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1370353

Katahdin Valley Health Center\ Job Description\ Medical Assistant

Reports To: Clinical Coordinator\ Status: Hourly\ Facility Location: All Sites\ Hours: Varies

POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant provides nursing and administrative assistance to the Clinical Medical Staff. The Medical Assistant functions under the supervision of the Provider and the Registered Nurse and works as part of the Clinical Care Team to ensure effective and quality care is given to KVHC patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the Provider and Registered Nurse, the Medical Assistant is responsible for providing medical care to patients in the Health Center setting. Takes patient vital signs and document.

Take histories and perform screening procedures as indicated.

Prepares exam room and treatment room with necessary instruments.

Assist Providers in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.

Assists with tests such as EKG, treadmill, radiogram, as directed by the provider. Administers parenteral medications including routine immunizations, therapeutic injections and inhalation medications via nebulizer under the direction of a provider. Performs lab tests, e.g. HCT, urinalysis, pregnancy tests, also draw blood and prepare it for transport. Assists in maintaining compliance with quality assurance standards including CLIA. Maintain the laboratory and laboratory equipment in good order; maintain proper temperature in incubators, refrigerator and freezer, according to CLIA standards. Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization. Checks charts for lab and x-ray reports for review.

Supports the pre-visit planning process and prepares for the days schedule with a daily team huddle with provider. Participates in physician, team and staff education and training for integrated care; continuing education about integration and evidence-based practice is routinely completed to maintain knowledge and skills. Participate in the Clinical Care Team as outlined in Team Approach to Care Protocol. Work as part of the Clinical Care Team to ensure effective and quality care is given to the KVHC patient. Performs additional duties or projects as assigned by the Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator. Adheres to all KVHC policies and protocols.

Complies with all safety rules and protocols. Reports all incidents, regardless of severity, immediately to their supervisor and completes an incident report and investigation form, which will be forwarded to Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident. Conducts themselves as a good steward in the communities served by KVHC; represents the organization at outreach activities as needed. Actively participates as committee member as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer. Interacts harmoniously and effectively with others. Focusing on the attainment of organization goals and objectives through a commitment to team work. Conforms to acceptable attendance and punctuality standards as expressed in the employee handbook. Abides by the organizations compliance program and requirements

At times you may be faced with challenges that may impact patient care. Addressing these challenges may not be in your job description, however Katahdin Valley Health Center encourages each team member to go above and beyond to address the patients needs in the moment. Employees have the autonomy to see the care experience through from A to Z to show our patients KVHC C.A.R.E.S. The employee may be responsible for traveling to multiple locations as specified in their job offer and/or contract. As part of KVHC\'s commitment to a safe, respectful, and compliant workplace, KVHC utilizes security monitoring systems. Surveillance is conducted in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and company policies/protocols to protect our employees, patients, and assets. This position requires compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, KVHCs Corporate Compliance Program, and KVHCs policies and procedures (including the Standards of Conduct). Such compliance shall be an element considered as part of the positions regular performance evaluation. Failure to comply or failure to report actual or potential noncompliant conduct, may result in compliance consequences, up to and including termination and reporting to appropriate governmental authorities, regulatory bodies, law enforcement, licensing bodies, or other outside entities (appropriate entities).

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Admit mistakes or missteps openly, own your own behavior, forgive one another, and model vulnerability and humility.

Keep discussions about team members, subordinates, and colleagues as well as challenges in the workplace, positive, constructive, and factual.

Be mindful of employee confidentiality even among peers, and particularly

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