POSITION SUMMARY: Perform the duties required to provide support for providers in all aspects of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within a defined scope of care. Act as back-up driver for mobile unit when needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant Program.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) months experience as a Medical Assistant.

Skills and Abilities: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

1. Ability to perform accurate blood drawing techniques.
2. Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA policies and procedures.
3. Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing schedules.
4. Good organization skills.
5. Good verbal communication skills.
6. Good computer skill including the use of word processing and e-mail software.
7. Willingness to learn operations of and drive mobile unit when needed.

Transportation Requirement : Must possess a valid driver's license and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

1. Certificate from Medical Assistant Training program.
2. CPR Certification.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Essential Functions

1. Performs patient intake (i.e. blood pressures, temperatures, pulse, respirations, weights and measurements) on patients for medical examination.
2. Performs tests (i.e. blood glucose test, urine dipstick, pulse oximetry, vision tests and hearing screens).
3. Gives medications/immunizations as ordered per route (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and sub-dermal).
4. Notifies Clinic Nurse Coordinator and Provider of abnormal vital signs or lab results.
5. Prepares, maintains exam rooms assuring that they are cleaned and stocked.
6. Assist as back-up driver.
7. Assist with monitoring and maintaining Community Health databases.
8. Coordinate calendars and activities.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Marginal Functions:

1. Assist with primary care appointments.
2. Assist with orientation and training of new Medical Assistants, students, and volunteers.

Supervises: None

NOTE: Affinia Healthcare is a Covid-19 Vaccine Mandated Employer. All employees of Affinia Healthcare are required to be vaccinated for Covid-19.

NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE REFERENCES

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED ON A NON-DISCRIMINATORY BASIS