What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Respite/Bridge position at Centralhealth?
The Medical Assistant - Respite/Bridge will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that will support the clients in the Medical Respite Program, ambulatory clinic, or in various locations throughout the community to improve healthcare outcomes for patients experiencing homelessness. The Medical Respite program allows individuals who are experiencing homelessness a safe place to rest and recuperative from a medical condition. While participants focus on improving their health, they can also work on addressing other needs like housing and benefits. The Bridge Program provides access to healthcare in a clinic setting and focuses on reaching people outside the clinic meeting people where they are delivering needed health care in areas in our community. Under direction of licensed medical and/or licensed nursing personnel, the MA – Respite/Bridge takes a central role in the delivery of health care for the Medical Respite program. This position collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient client care delivery and the achievement of desired client outcomes.
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