MEDICAL CARE ASSISTANT

Essential functions of position. (Reason position exists is to perform these functions.) List duties that must be performed to accomplish the purpose of the position.

• Accurately record and measure vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, blood glucose, height, weight) for clinic patients.
• Assist the clinic medical provider with direct client care as needed or instructed.
• Assist the clinic medical provider with coordination with PCP offices and other medical providers as directed.
• Telephone screenings—Triage phone calls from clients, obtaining information regarding client concerns, communicating with RN/ LMP and accurately relaying directions back to clients.
• Refilling of medications as directed by LMP.
• Effectively and accurately document client contacts and interventions
• Conduct AIMS exam, documents findings and report abnormalities to LMP
• Prepares clients for clinic services; performs initial health screening and lab
• Coordinate care with agencies such as Translink, Dial-a-ride, AFH.
• Work in conjunction with case managers and therapists in coordinating client care.
• Perform Point of care lab testing as directed
• Administration of injections as ordered by medical provider ie., Vaccines
• Assist in tracking internal referrals and scheduling of patients for clinic.
• Effectively and accurately document client contacts/interventions.
• Complete note and care plan in patient’s electronic health record.
• Complete prior authorization requests
• Utilize Collective Medical to identify patients with multiple ER visits.
• Update Collective Medical care plan
• Ability to adhere to strict policies regarding client confidentiality (HIPAA).
• Other duties appropriate to classification, as assigned.

List the minor duties assigned to this position.

• Attend staff meetings at direction of supervisor.
• Keep medical supplies stocked and Exam rooms clean
• Assist physically disabled clients to and from clinic appointments (within the building).
• Provide support services to Clinic team, i.e. copying, printing, stocking, and typing.
• Other duties appropriate to classification, as assigned.
• Embraces the performance management system, QI and Workforce development efforts

List required special skills, licenses, certificates, etc.

• High school diploma required. College course work preferred, particularly courses related to psychology/mental illness. Experience of at least one year in the mental health field preferred.
• Demonstrated skill in dealing with the mentally ill and their families is preferred.
• American Red Cross CPR/Basic First Aid is required within 60 days of hire.
• Preference may be given to candidates with advanced knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic office skills, including: typing, computer skills, knowledge of Electronic Health Record charting. Must be capable of working in a Windows software environment. Must be able to learn/utilize computer medical record system, including use of newer technologies.
• Knowledge of scheduling functions of computer software for Clinic appointments.
• Basic knowledge of mental illnesses: course work or trainings related to mental illness preferred.
• Understanding of DSM/ICD-10/CPT coding is helpful.
• Must have good time management skills; ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment; good writing/composition skills. Must have ability to prepare concise and complete reports and maintain client records.
• Good organizational skills required, including the ability to develop and maintain tracking systems for medical team functions.
• Must have good communication skills; must be able to function within a team environment; must be able to effectively communicate with other medical team members and supervisor.
• Must have ability to prioritize tasks, giving priority to more urgent clinical concerns.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with clients, maintain personal boundaries with clients and accurately report information between clients and other medical staff.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20