What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Public Health position at Hennepin County?
The Hennepin County Public Health Clinic (PHC) is seeking to fill a Medical Assistant (MA) position for people with an interest in and experience working with a diverse population in a public health setting. This position will provide clinical support services to clients and families of refugees and those dealing with tuberculosis and STD/HIV conditions. The Medical Assistant will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of medical providers including nurse practitioners, registered nurses, medical assistants, and community health specialists. In addition to direct patient care, this position will include lab coverage, managing Epic in-basket pools and completing some administrative duties.
The Public Health Clinic is a respected leader in providing comprehensive testing & treatment for tuberculosis, refugee health exams, and sexual health services through the Red Door Clinic. The Public Health Clinic aims to reduce health disparities, increase access, and promote health across communities with specialized services that value evidence-based, client-centered care to create empowered and healthy communities.
The Public Health Clinic is a respected leader in providing comprehensive testing & treatment for tuberculosis, refugee health exams, and sexual health services through the Red Door Clinic. The Public Health Clinic aims to reduce health disparities, increase access, and promote health across communities with specialized services that value evidence-based, client-centered care to create empowered and healthy communities.
Hennepin County Public Health is committed to advancing health and racial equity. We recognize racism is a public health crisis. We are committed to change, and to co-creating solutions with those impacted to support communities where everyone experiences optimal health and wellness. Diverse voices are critical to this mission. We encourage you to join us in this work!
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page.
Location and hours:
This position is located at the Health Services Building in downtown Minneapolis at 525 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis MN 55415. Current work hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position will require working one evening shift per week once the clinic resumes evening hours on Mondays and Wednesdays until 7:30 p.m. No overnight or holiday shifts are required. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minnesota. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About this position type:
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.This position is internally classified as a Medical Assistant.
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In this position, you will:
- Interview clients presenting for care; take vital signs and complete required documentation within the Epic system.
- Assist nurse practitioners and medical staff with exams and treatments; administer immunizations, draw blood, and maintain vaccine inventory and storage.
- Perform limited lab tests, such as urine or sputum sample collection; assist in maintaining lab documentation, perform laboratory proficiency tests, and prepare lab specimens for transport.
- Manage inventory and stock medications and supplies; assist with packing, stocking, and transport of supplies within the clinic.
- Perform clean up after medical exams; maintain aseptic environment according to cleaning policies and schedules and clean and maintain clinical equipment including instruments, refrigerators, cabinets, and counter surfaces.
- Schedule follow up appointments with clients utilizing Epic, the clinic's electronic health record system.
Need to have:
- Diploma or associate degree from an accredited Medical Assistant program that includes a clinical externship.
- Certification or eligibility for certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
Nice to have:
- Six or more months of experience as a MA providing services to medically underserved populations in a clinic setting.
- Current CPR certification.
- Experience:
- Working in a community health setting and/or working with diverse populations.
- Using Epic or a similar Electronic Health Record (EHR) to schedule and register clients and document client data/care.
- In phlebotomy.
- Knowledge of:
- Appropriate standard and emergency procedures for handling sterile/contaminated materials.
- Sensitivity to the unique needs and challenges faced by a diverse and marginalized client base who are experiencing health disparities.
Candidates with fluency in another language in addition to English are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.
About the department:
Hennepin County Public Health’s vision is for all people who live, work and play in Hennepin County to experience optimal health grounded in health and racial equity. Our department works to improve the health of all county residents by addressing the social and environmental factors that impact their health and offering programs and services that help them to be healthy. We promote physical and mental health, prevent illness and injury associated with communicable diseases and environmental conditions, and reduce chronic diseases.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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This position will have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and/or a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition Division
Hennepin County Human Resources Department
HR.ServiceCenter@hennepin.us
612-348-7855
Talent Acquisition Division
Hennepin County Human Resources Department
HR.ServiceCenter@hennepin.us
612-348-7855
Salary : $45,760 - $56,991
