Medical Assistant

Job Posting End Date : Until Filled

Shift :                                 1st

Security Clearance :        No Clearance

SUMMARY

Provides support for the Manager of the Medical department in all phases of patient care. Directs visitors and injured employees to appropriate area or medical personnel. Monitors the accuracy of documents for medical records and Workers’ Compensation. Works under the direction of the M.D. or Physician Assistant. Reports to the Supervisor of the Medical department. Interacts with all levels within the company, as well as outside providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Acquires and maintains accurate information regarding employees’ injuries and, subsequently, employees’ follow up exams.  Under supervision of medical provider, renders first aid to injured employees per department procedure manual protocol.
• Triages and evaluates injury severity for purpose of patient flow and treatment.
• Treats minor first aid wounds and does dressing changes with proper chart documentation.
• Responds and maintains radio contact with EMTs / Firemen on emergency calls.
• Prepares patients for exams and maintains back office flow.
• Answer telephones, takes and relays messages, answers questions related to the Medical Department.  Performs related general duties such as filing and sorting.
• Responsible for archiving and inventory off all Medical records and x-rays for the Dept.
• Responsible for Respirator Fit-Test program, training and supervising of light duty staff in relation to Respirator Fit-Test Program. Ordering and maintaining supplies.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Responsible for providing the highest quality medical care available to NASSCO employees and co-workers in our in-house facility.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work primarily conducted in an office setting with good lighting.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.  Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing. Must be physically able to commute to buildings throughout the shipyard. Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible for providing the highest quality medical care available to NASSCO employees and co-workers in our in-house facility

PAY SCALE

45,500 - $60,500

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts / HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the job application process and would like to request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Department.

Call (619) 544-8511 or email nasscohr@nassco.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications.

Salary : $45,500 - $60,500