LRCHC Medical Assistant

Job DetailsJob LocationLRCHC - Inchelium, WAPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolSalary Range$20.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob ShiftDayDescriptionSummaryLake Roosevelt Community Health Centers provide responsive, high quality health care services that meet the needs of all users in a non-discriminatory, confidential, compassionate and professional atmosphere. To meet this mission, it is expected that all employees (regardless of job title) perform their job duties in a professional manner. This expectation requires awareness and high-quality service to our many customers. It also requires maintaining job competence, ethical personal and professional behavior, and sustaining supportive/caring relationships at work and in the communities we serve. Meeting these expectations is a minimum requirement for continued employment with Lake Roosevelt Community Health Centers. The Medical Assistant should have these Distinguishing Career Features: This position is key to the overall success of patient satisfaction. It will require specific career features, such as: A friendly, outgoing disposition.Above average organizational skills.Ability to multi-task.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Above average attendance.Patience, understanding, and the desire to always help others.Very good computer and computer skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Professional conduct and ethics are expected at all times. QualificationsEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Patient Care Fundamental procedures including sterilizing equipment and instruments, practicing standard precautions, wrapping items for autoclaving, etc.Clinical procedures including performing aseptic procedures, preparing and assisting in sterile procedures, taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinationObserving and reporting patients' signs and symptoms. Patient care including telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering of information, obtaining vital signs, obtaining and recording patient history, preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas, preparing for and assisting patients for routine and specialty examinations, procedures, and treatments. Maintaining medication and immunization records and screening and following up on test results as directed by a health care practitioner. Maintain and restock appropriate levels of exam and procedure room stock supplies. Ensure proper and accurate documentation in patient medical chart. Work as a team member with clinical and non-clinical staff. Knowledge and SkillsMust be able to exercise and use good judgment. Excellent phone skills that include professionalism, courtesy and accurate message taking.Ability to operate medical equipment, general office equipment, and computers. Education and ExperienceWithin 90 days, must complete a general and department orientation, infection control, fire and safety education and an information technology orientation. Will need to re-certify on an annual basis. CPR and First Aid certification. High School Diploma or GED. Working ConditionsLRCHC has ADA compliant facilities. The position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time. May require lifting of 15 - 50 lbs. Must be proficient with computers and willing to learn new software applications. May be required to drive to other clinic (Keller) on occasion. BenefitsFor those interested in the trainee position, you will be provided with training from a knowledgeable and experienced staff - WHILE YOU WORK! LRCHC has a robust benefit package that includes 100% health, vision, life and dental insurance coverage for the employee with options to purchase other insurance benefits such as additional life and short/long-term disability. In addition, LRCHC offers up to 6% match on a 401K or Roth IRA retirement plan. Upon hire, employee is eligible to have 12 paid holidays, funeral/bereavement leave, traditional leave, and jury duty leave. LRCHC also offers prorated vacation and sick leave available 90 days after hire. This job/class description, describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.