SALARY : $17.71 Hourly (NEGOTIABLE)

Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status)

Non-Exempt

FIRST POSTING OPEN TO ONEIDA ENROLLED TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY

POSITION SUMMARY Provide direct patient care, and perform non-invasive procedures of a routine nature, as dictated by established clinical protocol.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; obtaining patient histories, vital signs, and assist with medical examinations.
• Perform routine procedures, venipuncture, EKG, wound care, and sterile dressing changes.
• Maintain stocks of medicines and medical supplies as necessary.
• Advise patient on specified medical issues within established parameters.
• Schedule and monitor patient appointments; may coordinate routine office activities and administrative functions in support of unit activities.
• Practice safety, environmental, and / or infection control methods.
• Obtain accurate demographic, update information on computer system.
• Obtain proper signatures for Medicare Rights Consent for Treatment; assure that patient rights are distributed.
• Transports patient from one department to another.
• Administer oral, topical, and injectable medications. Administer immunization vaccines.
• Enter lab orders.
• Ensure adequate stock in each patient room.
• May place telephone calls for providers to other hospitals and agencies.
• Maintain accurate record and filing system for patient charts. Ensure that they are up to date with all procedures.
• Transmit patient report to billing department.
• Maintain inventory of medication; logs in all in-coming and out-going medications.
• Properly label specimen and record in computer system, store and transport all specimens to the laboratory.
• Contribute to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Adhere to all Personnel Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
• Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
• The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position.

The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and / or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Frequently sit; use hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk, hear and walk.
• Occasionally stand, stoop, kneel and crouch; lift and / or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Work is generally performed in an office, clinic with exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment and exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Exposure to latex products on a routine basis.

• Evening and / or weekend work and extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
• A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and / or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS :

• Knowledge of applicable Oneida Nation, federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories.
• Knowledge of inventory management practices.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of outpatient clinical administrative procedures.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).
• Ability to perform standard clinical procedures according to established protocols.
• Ability to perform routine invasive procedures, such as venipuncture in accordance with established clinical protocol.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and / or infection control standards.
• Ability to schedule appointments.
• Ability to observe and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and / or infection control standards.
• Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and / or the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with vendors and co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to provide strong customer service orientation.
• Complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
• Must complete Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training prior to employment and annually thereafter.
• Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
• Must comply with Caregiver Law and Grant conditions criminal history checks as a condition of employment to include fingerprinting.

Any refusal of vaccination(s) or failure to provide proof of immunity may disqualify the applicant.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during employment.
• Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal / State Compact and / or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position.

A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation Gaming Division.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Applicants please clearly state on the application / resume if you meet these qualifications.

Six (6) months of experience as a medical assistant.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application / resume.

• High School Diploma, HSED Diploma or GED Certification is required. Applicants age fifty (50) and older are exempt from this requirement.
• Certified Medical Assistant.

ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED :

Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.

Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.

Background information disclosure (BID) form.

Department : Nursing

This is a full time position

Job Code : 01844

Closing Date : 5 / 14 / 24

Responsible to : Nursing Supervisor

Transfer Date : 5 / 14 / 24

Last updated : 2024-05-10