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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
