COVID-19 Medical Assistant

Company: Indian Health Council
Location: Valley Center
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

**This job posting closes on 12/15/2021** Job Title: COVID-19 Medical Assistant Department: MedicalReports To: COVID-19 Program ManagerFLSA Status: Non- ExemptJob Function: ClinicalClassification: Regular, Full-time (40 hours/week)Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm)Location: Valley Center (Rincon) and Santa Ysabel, CAFunding: Grant (end date is 6/30/2022) Benefits: Eligible for benefits on date of hire. Low employee contribution for PPO Medical, DPPO Dental, Vision. 403B retirement plan, generous PTO & sick time, 13 paid holidays annually, Employee birthday paid day off; company paid life, AD&D, short term and long-term disability, corporate discount programs, bereavement and jury duty paid time off *This is a grant funded position with an end date of 06/30/2022 SUMMARYAs part of the COVID-19 team, this frontline position participates in all COVID-19 activities to include testing, vaccination and screening. This position will be based in Rincon (Valley Center) with occasional rotation to our satellite facility in Santa Ysabel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.COVID-19 TESTING1. Performs COVID-19 testing. 2. Collect COVID-19 testing samples.3. Assists patients as needed to and from the waiting area.4. Assures confidentiality of patient information and medical records.5. Prepares lab requisitions for prescribed or stat lab samples according to laboratory destination.6. Labels appropriately, prepare and store lab samples in accordance with required laboratory specifications.7. Ensures collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.8. Ensures that all spills are immediately documented according to established policies. 9. Maintains environmental integrity and aesthetics ensuring all areas are safe and clean.10. Prepares and organize supplies, and equipment including PPE to ensure maximum utilization.11. Implement standing orders. 12. Maintenance of test site(s) including set-up and clean-up.13. Gathering needed supplies and transporting to testing locations.14. Must adhere to all established PPE standards for testing location. 15. Must adhere to confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.16. Contact patients with COVID-19 test results using our approved script. 17. Complete Comorbidity Reports.18. Adjusts approach to patients appropriately using culturally sensitive practices.19. Models appropriate health and safety behaviors such as physical distancing, use of face coverings and hand hygiene.20. Maintains accurate records.21. Maintains infection control standards at all times per organization policy.22. Rotate to Santa Ysabel clinic as needed.23. Other related duties as assigned.COVID-19 VACCINE 1. Completes COVID-19 vaccine trainings and ongoing trainings.2. Performs COVID-19 vaccinations as needed. 3. Observes and assists patients as needed before and after administration of the vaccine. 4. Implementing standing orders. 5. Vaccination site maintenance including set-up and clean-up of vaccination sites.6. Gathering needed supplies and transporting to designated vaccination areas.7. Assists with phone triage regarding COVID-19 vaccination.COVID-19 SCREENING 1. Will back up screener on as-needed basis.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities.TRAVEL & DRIVING REQUIREMENTSTravel and driving are not required for this position.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:--- Must be a graduate of a vocational or technical college in medical assisting. --- Prefer 6 months of COVID-19 testing experience.--- COVID-19 vaccine administering experience preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGULATIONS --- Medical Assistant certificate.--- A valid CA driver's license and good driving record is a required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. --- Current CPR certification or attain within 6 months of hire. --- Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test to include marijuana. Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position. --- Must pass a criminal background check. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES--- Knowledge of related medical terminology. --- Knowledge of appropriate COVID-19 safety protocols for PPE, testing and hygiene.--- Skilled in putting patients at ease and in patient education.--- Ability to get along with all members of the COVID-19 team, other staff, and patients.--- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities with a calm and professional demeanor.TECHNOLOGY SKILLS Must be proficient in the following:--- Productivity Software: Microsoft Office 365; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email & Calendar Management (outlook), Teams (video conferencing and meetings), and Share Point. --- Electronic health records software (NextGen preferred).--- Utilization of Relias Learning, ADP and PolicyTech systems.LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents. Possess adequate written and oral language skills to communicate clearly and effectively. Ability to respond appropriately to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to create and deliver effective presentations to public groups, peer groups and/or leadership. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Ability to apply critical thinking skills to problem solve.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to drive. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Normal office environment.CUSTOMER RELATIONS1. Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees. Acknowledge psychosocial, spiritual and cultural beliefs and honor these beliefs.2. Maintain professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients and the public.3. Be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department/organizational goals and objectives.QUALITY MANAGEMENT 1. Displays knowledge of normal signs of human development and ability to assess and provide age-appropriate care. 2. Contribute to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities.SAFETY1. Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.2. Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.HIPAA/COMPLIANCE1. Maintain privacy of all patients, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes.2. Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations.3. Report unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activity.Indian Preference shall be given in accordance with IHC's Policies and Procedures.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. PI158830325

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