What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant/CNA position at Patterson Health Center?
Description
Assist medical practitioners with patients. This includes but, is not limited to:
- patient intake (initial history, medication review, vital signs)
- preparing examination rooms
- scheduling consult visits
- Assist practitioners with special procedures including minor surgery as required.
- Remove sutures, clean wounds, and apply dressings as directed by practitioner.
- Make follow-up phone calls as requested by practitioner – see D.11 Follow-Up Patient Phone calls.
- Administer allergy injections, immunizations, and medications prescribed by the practitioner to be done in the RHC.
- Wash and dry instruments used and prepare for sterilization as required – see IC.2 Instruments, Cleanliness of.
- Receive and handle patient and other phone calls as directed by the practitioner.
- Responsible for inventory, proper handling, and storage of all medications stored in the office.
- Make patient referrals as directed by the practitioner. Maintaining appropriate follow through and patient notification of appointment details.
- Assist pharmaceutical representatives and other company representatives as they come to the RHC.
- Keep examination and treatment rooms clean and properly stocked with supplies.
- Responsible for the ordering of medical supplies.
- Will be the backup for the receptionists on incoming phone calls when needed and schedule allows.
- Responsible for calling in or electronically submitting pharmacy prescriptions and refills as directed by practitioner or per RHC protocol.
- Complete annual review requirements in a timely manner.
- Attends and participates in monthly RHC meetings as schedule allows.
- Grows personally in job and conducts self ethically at all times to enhance the image and future growth of the RHC.
- Maintains good standing with licensure.
- Performs other job related duties and activities as directed by the practitioner(s), clinical nursing supervisor, and/or clinic administrator.
Requirements
AMT Certification preferred
Basic Life Support
Knowledge of electronic medical records - Cerner experience preferred.
1 year experience in a medical office setting preferred.
