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 Care Team ensure effective and quality care is given to the KVHC patient. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Medical Assistant is responsible for providing medical care to patients in the Health Center setting. 2. Takes patient vital signs and document. 3. Take histories and perform screening procedures as indicated. 4. Prepares exam room and treatment room with necessary instruments. 5. Assist Providers in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals. 6. Assists with tests such as EKG, treadmill, radiogram, as directed by the provider. 7. Administers parenteral medications including routine immunizations, therapeutic injections and inhalation medications via nebulizer under the direction of a provider. 8. Performs lab tests, e.g. HCT, urinalysis, pregnancy tests, also draw blood and prepare it for transport. 9. Assists in maintaining compliance with quality assurance standards including CLIA and COLA. 10. Participate in the Care Team as outlined in Team Approach to Care Protocol. 11. Maintain the laboratory and laboratory equipment in good order; maintain proper temperature in incubators, refrigerator and freezer, according to CLIA standards. 12. Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization. 13. Checks charts for lab and x-ray reports for review. 14. Other Duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager. 15. Performs additional duties or projects as assigned by the Nurse Manager. 16. Adheres to all KVHC policies and protocols. 17. Complies with all safety rules and protocols. Reports all incidents, regardless of severity, immediately to supervisor and completes an incident reports and investigation form, which will be forwarded to Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident. 18. Be a good steward in the communities serviced by KVHC; represent the organization at outreach activities as needed. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1. High school diploma or equivalent, or a combination of education and experience. 2. Graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants or equivalent in work experience. 2 | P a g e Confidential 05/01/2019 3. Medical Assistant Certification preferred; and required within 6 months of hire. 4. Must have current CPR certification. 5. Must be able to work independently in a team setting and to react to change. 6. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and problem solving skills. 7. Must be able to work under pressure in a busy health office setting. 8. Must possess a clean criminal and DHHS background. 9. Must possess the ability and means to travel between clinics as needed. 10. Valid State of Maine Driver’s license and ability to be insured by KVHC’s vehicle insurance carrier.
Benefits - Health, Vision, Life, and Dental insurance; short and long term disability; 10 paid holidays; EPL, PTO, and vacation; etc.