Medical Assistant - Street Medicine (HOPE)

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Base Pay: $21.00 - $23.40 / hourJOB SUMMARY

The primary function of the Medical Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant is to provide direct and indirect support to the clinician in the delivery of patient care. The Medical Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant prepares the exam room, chart, and patient to be seen by the clinician and performs/implements orders for diagnostic tests.  S/he accurately administers medications, including immunizations by all routes except IV. S/he arranges outside referral appointments and provides patient education under the direct supervision of the clinician when appropriate. The Medical Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant must function under the direct supervision of physician and HOPE Center Manager. The Medical Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant is expected to consult frequently with the supervising clinician and to inform the clinician of the information given or actions taken.  This position will work primarily with our HOPE Street Medicine team in a variety of settings, including out in the community in encampments and the local homeless shelter.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• interviews patients and measure vital signs.
• Work in an integrated team to address the medical and mental health needs of complex patients.
• Collects and records patient data, and basic information about present and previous conditions. Prepare the exam room and workstation for clinician; cleans and stocks rooms in between patients.
• Assures efficient patient flow by ongoing assessment of clinician schedule and working with other staff to minimize patient waiting time while in diverse work settings.
• Prepares the patient and assists the clinician with exams and procedures when needed, including position, draping, shaving, and disinfecting while in diverse work settings.
• Administers injections, including immunizations, after verification by RN or clinician.
• Administers medications orally, sublingually, topically, vaginally or rectally, after verification by RN or clinician.
• Administers scheduled medications after verification by RN or clinician.
• Performs diagnostic and laboratory tests including but not limited to audiometry, EKG, visual acuity, spirometry, in-house CLIA-waived tests according to SCHC competency standards and protocols.
• Collect, by non-invasive techniques, and preserve specimens for testing, including urine, sputum, semen and stool.
• Performs age-appropriate screening as needed, or as directed by clinician.
• Removes sutures and/or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations.
• Applies and removes bandages and dressings to superficial incisions or lacerations.
• Applies orthopedic appliances such as knee immobilizers, envelope slings, orthotics, and similar devices.
• Obtains impressions for orthotics, padding and custom-molded shoes.
• Selects and adjusts crutches; and instruct patient in proper use of crutches.
• Performs ear lavage to remove impacted cerumen.
• Assists patients in ambulation and transfers.
• Cuts the nails of otherwise healthy patients.
• Provides patient information and instructions.
• Assures all documents for scanning contain patient identification.
• Performs end of shift tasks for room closure, cleans equipment, and logs off EHR. Follows SCHC standards for Universal Precautions.
• Works cooperatively with any RN Coordinator or other staff to assure that the clinician sees patients as quickly as possible.
• Provide patient education within their scope of practice, to patients in the Medical Respite program as directed by Medical Respite RN or clinician.
• Runs daily vitals on Medical Respite patients as requested by provider or Medical Respite RN.
• Sets up medication box as requested by provider.
• Provides medication education as appropriate.
• Functions as a second in the field as needed.
• Organize and prep patient summary weekly for patients to take to the hospital if needed.
• Prepares order management report weekly.
• Follows up on referrals as needed.
• Prepares clinic for patient visits with provider and RN.
• Checks blood sugars on patients as requested by provider.
• Diabetes education as appropriate.
• Performs med runs as needed.
• Prepares support plans for upcoming discharges from the Medial Respite program including but not limited to: scheduling follow-up appointments with PCP as needed, ensuring patient is connected to primary care, preparing and creating discharge summary, etc.
• Alerts Center Manager or designated person to needed supplies/equipment.
• Reports any safety hazards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of nursing practices and medical assisting scope of practice and skill in the outpatient setting.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and universal precautions.
• Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette.
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections.
• Ability to pass a written medication quiz.
• Ability to read, write, understand and spell English and medical terminology correctly.
• Basic Computer proficiency in Windows environment.
• Typing 35 WPM or greater.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.
• Current CPR/BLS upon hire and maintain current.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification as Medical Assistant
• Previous experience working in an outpatient clinic or doctor’s office.
• Typing 45 WPM or greater.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Wages
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan with matching employer contribution
• Long-term Disability coverage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• CME with stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Jury Duty Pay
• Bereavement Pay
• Health Club Membership Discounts
• Prescription Discount Program
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Educational Reimbursement
• Free subscription based App for Meditation and Sleep
• Free Teledoc service for benefit eligible employees