MEDICAL ASSISTANT

“We encourage Military Veterans and Military Spouses to apply"

SITE OF SERVICE:

·Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA (NMCP) and its associated Branch Health/Medical Clinics (BHC) and Tricare Prime Clinics (TPC) - Virginia Beach

POSITION QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

·Education:Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.

•Be a graduate from a medical assistant training program, OR

•A formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, OR

•Other formal program as specified in the position specific Task Order, OR

•A formal program approved by the MTF

·Experience: 1 year experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 3 years.

·Certification: Current Basic Life Saver (BLS) hands on certification through the AHA

·U.S. Citizenship: HCWs performing under this contract shall be U.S. citizens.

·English Language Requirement: The Contractor shall ensure that all HCWs providing services under this contract are able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate.

·HCW Physical Capability: HCWs shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services.

CORE DUTIES:

·Prepare examination rooms prior to patient's arrival.

·Obtain patient's medical record following appropriate procedures.

·Assist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers as directed.

·Check patient's vital signs, to include temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, blood pressure, and pulse oximeter reading.

·Obtain and document patient's current medical history, drug history, chief complaints, allergies, and vital signs on the correct form.

· Perform diagnostic procedures when ordered.

·Assist the provider as needed during exams.

· Maintain examination room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of examination rooms.

· Complete lab and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policies.

· Enter demographic data into the computer upon patient check-in; enter diagnosis and departing time when patient is released.

·Perform diagnostic procedures when ordered, to include EKGs, urine dip sticks, phlebotomy, etc.

·Transport patients to other clinical areas as needed.

·Check each chart for the provider's signature, stamp, and each patient's diagnosis prior to returning the chart to Health Records.

·After a physician has verified the medicine and dosage, the HCW shall administer medication to patients.

·Obtain lab and x-ray results.

·Maintain exam room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of exam rooms, to include dusting, cleaning wash basins, etc.

·Complete lab and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policies.

·Enter demographic data into the computer upon patient check-in; enter diagnosis and departing time when patient is released.

·Answer telephone and transcribe accurate messages.

·Ensure that any broken or unsafe equipment is removed from the clinic in a timely manner and notify appropriate personnel.

·Assist with patient flow and give direct patient care as directed.

·Operate the following medical equipment, as directed, such as Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor, Hand Held Nebulizer, EKG Machine (twelve (12) lead), Electronic Thermometer, IV infusion pump (Set-up only), Tynpanometer.

·Contact patients regarding appointments, exam/test results or as directed by provider.

·Proactively collaborate and integrate with members of the team, other departments and directorates to achieve optimal care for the patients in the HOME PORT model.

·Actively participate in Team huddles.

·Promote effective communication with staff, patients and families and between other departments.

·Proactively prepare for visits by reviewing upcoming provider schedules to avoid unnecessary visits with their provider and ensuring TEAM workflow.

·Screen patients based on standard questionnaires per clinic protocol.

·Prepare patient electronic health record and other appropriate forms prior to patient’s appointment (i.e., physical). Prepare paperwork during EHR failure.

·Utilize automated programs and information technology tools to facilitate the patient experience. 

·Perform data entry for population health metrics and health promotion. It is expected he/she will participate in updating patient data by utilizing communication and management tools (i.e., AHLTA, CHCS, Care Point, ICDB and Secure Messaging). 

·Assist in the orientation of new personnel as assigned.

·Collaborate with staff and support activities to maintain a safe and orderly department environment.

·Perform administrative functions, to include scheduling appointments and preparing correspondence to patients, as assigned.

HOURS: TPC VIRGINIA BEACH

·Medical Assistant (TPC Virginia Beach) – Services shall be provided Monday through Sunday between 0700 and 1900.

·One weekend (two days) shift required once a month at minimum.

·Clinic is open on all Federal Holidays.

·In no instance will the HCW be required to provide services in excess of eighty (80) hours per two-week period.

·Fulltime employees are required to work 40 hours a week.

·Part time employees are required to work 29 hours a week.

·PRN employees MUST work 16 hours a month in each clinic covered

·Required to have 56 hours (7days) of clinic orientation. Without this you won’t be able to pick up shifts.

·I have read and understood the hours.

Base Down Days:

·During a planned closure of the facility due to training, closures before or after holidays family down days, Employee will only be compensated for the actual hours worked. If clinic is closed and employee is not able to work, employee will be required to use leave or take LWOP (without penalty). 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must be able and willing to reprioritize on short notice and work on multiple simultaneous projects. Flexible and able to work with various personalities. Teamwork skills required. Time management skills required. The ability to meet deadlines in a deadline intensive environment is essential. High level of adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

LUKE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration from employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

Links:

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