Medical Trainee Jobs in Hawaii (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The trainees’ responsibilities include learning and developing practical skills, participating in online classes, observing all health and safety codes, completing assignments and competencies and successfully completing an accredited Medical Assistant Training Program. After completing the program, trainee will be eligible to earn the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant credential. Training and program costs are covered for trainees who successfully complete the program and commit to a two-year service term.

A successful trainee must have great time management and basic computer skills, be flexible, open and be ready to learn. Outstanding trainees are those who respond well to criticism, build good relationships with colleagues, and ultimately make a lasting impression. Trainees should be well organized, flexible, and willing to assist wherever possible.

The medical assistant is responsible for collaboration with the nursing and provider staff in supporting primary care of the patient. This individual must be capable of prioritizing and organizing tasks related to patient care. The medical assistant is expected to support the Company’s mission and adhere to Company policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal regulations. He/she is expected to demonstrate superior interpersonal skills, facilitation of support and patient care tasks as part of the patient care team, and effective teamwork.

TRAINEE ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

This is intended to cover the minimum essential learning objectives to learn and perform

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Working Conditions: Medical office environment. Multi-task-oriented position including direct patient care may require sitting or standing for long periods. Some bending, stooping, and lifting (up to 50lbs). Must interact with physicians, patients and other office personnel. Must possess socio-economic and cultural sensitivity. May involve contact with angry, upset or ill persons. Will involve potential exposure to blood and body fluids and other hazardous substances. Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to assist with procedures, perform and interpret lab results, and interface with computer. Must have auditory acuity to handle phone calls and extensive patient interaction.

Work Schedule: This is a nonexempt position. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Confidentiality: As an employee of Hamakua-Kohala Health Clinic, you are bound by principles of medical ethics. You have both a legal and moral obligation to protect the privacy of our patients. In the course of your work, you will have access to confidential information regarding patients, and/or the practices’ confidential business. It is essential that you refrain from any discussions regarding personal information about a patient, a patient’s condition, a patient’s finances, proprietary company information, personnel salaries, and/or the practices’ confidential business with any third person. This includes, but is not limited to, other employees, your spouse, family or friends. CONFIDENTIALITY IS SO IMPORTANT THAT ANY BREACH OF THIS POLICY WILL BE CONSIDERED GROUNDS FOR TERMINATION. Review and signature of the Agreement is a condition of employment.

EEO STATEMENT

Hamakua-Kohala Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Hamakua-Kohala Health complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Hamakua-Kohala Health expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Hamakua-Kohala Health’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.