What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Clinic Assistant position at Tillamook County?
Department: Health & Human Services
Union Affiliation: AFSCME
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Total Hours Per Week: 40
Recruitment Open Until Filled.As a Medical Clinic Assistant, you will be at the forefront of improving the health and quality of life for
individuals in our community.
a positive difference in patients' lives.
INTRODUCTION
The Medical Clinic Assistant prepares patients for examinations, performs routine lab procedures and tests, and gathers and records information into patient records. The Medical Clinic Assistant is also responsible for the upkeep of examination rooms and equipment. This classification provides nursing care in the clinic setting when procedures do not require licensure by the state.(Duties may include, but are not limited to the following examples. Any one position may not perform all of the listed tasks.)
Prepare, review and update patient's Electronic Health Records. Take vital signs. Give injections as directed. Perform routine laboratory tests such as urine dipsticks, pregnancy tests, PKUs, rapid step test, stool occult blood, and urine cultures. Prepare other tests for shipping.
Perform screening tests such as EKG, Peak Flow Meter, spirometry, nebulizer, pulse oximeter, and tympanogram. Record test results in patient's Electronic Health Records.
Maintain and prepare clinic supplies. Sterilize equipment. Clean and maintain lab equipment and supplies. Prepare exam room for next use.
Provide educational information to patients as directed. Review, maintain, and order resources and educational materials.
- Assist illiterate, hearing impaired and other disabled patients to complete history or other parts of the medical record.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of routine clinic practices and procedures.
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of lab equipment.
Knowledge of testing procedures.
Knowledge of equipment terminology, drug terminology, and supply terminology.
Skill in obtaining and labeling specimens, performing routine patient care procedures, and performing routine testing procedures.
Able to make decisions independently in accordance with established policies.
Able to manage time effectively.
Able to establish and maintain records, reports and data.
Able to courteously meet and deal with co-workers, patients and families, laboratory personnel.
Able to accurately follow verbal and written instructions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Two years' clinic experience as a Medical Clinic Assistant OR four years’ medical clinic experience OR a satisfactory combination of experience and training.SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Medical Clinic Assistant plans and carries out patient care independently in accordance with clinic policy and instructions from the treatment team. The supervisor is available to assist with unusual situations which do not have clear procedures, but the employee carries through the full range of routine assignments without prompting.
GUIDELINES
Work is performed within established department policies, procedures, and protocols. Numerous medical and laboratory reference materials also provide specific guidance. The employee uses some judgment to independently decide between established alternatives.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a clinic setting and may involve bending, twisting, stretching, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, and walking. There is regular and recurring exposure to infection and contagious diseases. Special gloves, gowns, or masks are required as safety precautions.
SELECTION PROCESS
After the close of this recruitment, if you are selected as a candidate for an interview, you will hear from us by email to arrange a date and time. We want to ensure that we hire the best possible staff for our county team because we believe that the right people are our most valuable asset!
Salary : $41,870 - $53,435
