This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For moreinformation, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12808662Medical Assistant Bilingual

　　Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-time

　　Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Medical Manager/Clinic Manager

　　Supervision Responsibilities: No

　　Essential Role: Provides patient care services to complement theproviders role of delivering primary health care services at GraceMedHealth Clinic, Inc.

　　THE WORK SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSITION IS M-TH 8am-7pm.

　　Duties & Responsibilities:

　　Prepares patients for examination, treatments and procedures.

　　Obtains vital signs and chief complaints.

　　Obtains and/or reviews family history.

　　Chaperones and assists providers during exams and procedures.

　　Administers P.O. and I.M. injections and medications as ordered (aftercompletion of competency training).

　　Cleans and sterilizes equipment and instruments.

　　Maintains and stocks exam rooms.

　　Performs phlebotomy and CLIA waived lab tests.

　　Performs direct patient care within the limits of his/her training andcapabilities when the provider is unavailable.

　　Documents administration of all injections and medications in medicalrecords.

　　Records lab results in medical record and notifies patients of anynegative results subsequent to provider reviews. Records family historyin medical records.

　　Returns or receives patient phone calls during office hours; performstriage of patients by phone or in office, assessing medical needs ofpatient and coordinating appropriate care or interventions and referringto licensed staff or providers as indicated.

　　Provides patient education as requested.

　　Assures proper labeling and handling of all specimens. Completesappropriate requisitions and/or paperwork.

　　Maintains a follow-up system for lab results.

　　Coordinates referrals and schedules appointments with specialists andancillary services on behalf of patients in the absence of designatedemployee.

　　Maintains clinical equipment and supplies.

　　Assists in the development of and documents protocols related to his orher job functions.

　　Assists in the development of new staff as it relates to his or her jobfunctions.

　　Qualifications:

　　Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

　　High school diploma or equivalent required.

　　Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program stronglypreferred. Other equivalent healthcare certificates or degrees may beconsidered with the appropriate combined experience.

　　CPR certification (must be obtained within 30 days of hire).

　　Bilingual proficiency (Spanish and English) requred

　　Experience

　　Minimum one-year direct experience in a medical assistant role requiredfor candidates with no formal MA education. Previous patient carerelated experience is preferred for candidates with formal MA education.

　　Previous computer experience or training in medical field preferred.

　　Technical Skills

　　Must possess a thorough knowledge of modern office practices,procedures, and equipment, including computers, copiers, and otherstandard office equipment.

　　Ability to work independently, organize, monitor, and adjust work asnecessary to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

　　Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems.

　　Can provide innovative input into the development of the office and itsprocesses.

　　Behavioral

　　Ability to strongly embrace and personify the mission and values ofGraceMed with socio-economic and cultural sensitivity in mind.

　　Must display good verbal and written communication skills, and be ableto professionally receive and follow oral instructions.

　　Compassion for patients, family members, and others; along with anurturing spirit to provide care during stressful situations.

　　Understands ethics of confidentiality.

　　Courteous, honest and professional at all times.

　　Work Schedule:

　　Schedule will vary by clinic. Normal schedule is Monday, Tue day,Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Thursday from 10:00 am to 7:00pm. Schedules may vary based on patient volume.

　　Working Conditions:

　　Medical office setting. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods oftime. Bending, stooping, and lifting (up to 50lbs.) may be required.Interaction with physicians, patients and other office personnel. Mayinvolve contact with angry, upset or ill persons. May involve potentialexposure to blood and body fluids and other hazardous substances. Musthave visual acuity and manual dexterity to interface with computer. Musthave auditory acuity to handle phone calls.

　　The above statements are intended to describe the general nature andlevel of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed, asan exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills requiredof personnel so classified.

　　This job description has been examined for compliance with the Americanswith Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (May1995).

　　Confidentiality: As an employee of GraceMed Health Clinic, Inc., you arebound by principles of medical ethics. You have both a legal and moralobligation to protect the privacy of our patients. In the course of yourwork, you will have access to confidential information regardingpatients, and/or the practices\' confidential business. It is essentialthat you refrain from any discussions regarding personal inform