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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Salary : 107 $27,144.00 per year.
SECTION I-JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY :
Under the supervision of the Clinic Coordinator or designee. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will assist the clinical services staff with daily duties for the Cameron County Public Health (CCPH) Clinical Services Program.
CMA will perform clerical and clinical work for the Clinical Services Program that is critical to the development of the medical and financial records of the clinics.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
quality assurance of lab equipment, ensure that lab is stock at all times, calibration of equipment, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Graduate from an accredited school of Medical Assistants and maintain current certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of public health laws and regulations. Knowledge of natural history of common infectious diseases.
Good communication skills (oral and written) and Spanish speaking ability. Knowledge of computer programs software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet).
Ability to work with confidential client information. Ability to understand public health laws and regulations. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work with public.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must have a valid Texas Driver's License, comply with State of Texas Driving Laws, and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Must have reliable transportation. Employees of Cameron County may be required to work during any natural disaster or emergency, extended hours and non-traditional work schedules (i.
e., Saturdays and Sundays). Criminal background check is required for employment or continued employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Good health and physical condition sufficient to permit full performance of the duties of the position. If additional assistance is required, employee must request assistance prior to performing the assignment.
SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS
CONTACTS : EXTERNAL CONTACTS :
EXTERNAL CONTACTS :
Occasional contact with other health, social and educational care agencies, outside organizations. Frequent contact with clinic clientele.
Communication is via telephone, written communication and face to face.
INTERNAL CONTACTS :
Utilizes tact when dealing with County employees, health, social and educational care providers, and clientele regarding operations issues.
Constant contact with County Personnel. Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone and through written communication.
RESPONSIBILITY :
Comply with Cameron County and Department of State Health Services rules / regulations and display a positive public image.
As a Cameron County employee, the identity of every client shall be kept confidential except to the extent necessary to carry out the purpose of an investigation, hearing, or judicial proceeding.
DIFFICULTY :
Judgment is required to ensure completion of job activities as assigned by the Immediate Supervisor or designee. Uses discretion to achieve work goals.
Initiative is constantly required to achieve work goals.
GUIDANCE :
As assigned by Immediate Supervisor or designee. It is the responsibility of the employee to know and maintain contact with their Immediate Supervisor or designee.
WORKING CONDITION :
Working conditions are primarily in a clinic, office, or community center.
This position is subject to a six (6) month probationary period prior to Civil Service eligibility; Must submit to a Civil Service clerical exam.
Benefits : Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits , Including : Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System, and Paid Holidays.
AA / EEO / MFD EMPLOYER
Last updated : 2024-05-09
Full Time
$32k-38k (estimate)
05/10/2024
05/23/2024
co.cameron.tx.us
South Padre Island, TX
200 - 500