What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant Trainee, Full Time, Days, Honolulu Medical Primary Care position at Adventist Health?
Located in Kailua, Adventist Health Castle has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1963. We are comprised of a 160-bed hospital, eight medical offices, home care services, urgent cares and a vast scope of services located throughout O'ahu. In 2017, Adventist Health Castle was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. O'ahu is known for its ideal climate, diverse culture and picturesque landscape. The allure of Castle's laid-back lifestyle is complimented by its close-knit and proud community.
Job Summary:
Participates in an 18-week Medical Assistant Training Program and engages in and attends educational opportunities through Adventist Health. Works with instructors and preceptors to complete the 18-week program which includes instructor led lectures, in-person labs, independent study hours, competency examinations, skills checks and clinical hours with a preceptor. Medical Assistants in training may also perform non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife. Upon completion of the program, Medical Assistants in training will be eligible to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
Licenses/Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required
Essential Functions:
- Actively participates in all educational components of the training program.
- Seeks guidance from instructors and preceptors to enhance skills and competencies related to the Medical Assisting role
- Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals, and transfers.
- Obtains vital signs. Reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician. Performs venipunctures as ordered.
- Performs audiometry and vision testing.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
