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OUTREACH COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS Medical Assistant in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Medical Assistant will support the health care provider in the delivery of patient care with basic nursing functions. The Medical Assistant reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager/Lead Registered Nurse/Lead Medical Assistant/and or the Director of Clinics & Provider. JOB SUMMARY: This position is devoted to the delivery of primary care in an ambulatory setting with emphases on prevention and health maintenance. The Medical Assistant will be required to apply principles of comprehensive, community-based, patient-centered, developmentally appropriate, and culturally and linguistically appropriate care coordination. Strong customer service, communication, teamwork, and multi-tasking skills are a must. Perform duties and carry out the necessary functions required in accordance with established policies, procedures, protocols and standing orders. All duties performed must reflect the MA Skill Checklist as determined during the orientation and probation periods and updated as recommended by the supervisor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare and maintain examination and treatment rooms in preparation for patient care. Maintain examination/treatment rooms, including inventory of supplies and equipment. Perform an inventory of supplies and equipment for the department. Perform routine maintenance of clinical equipment. Perform pre-visit screenings following protocols approved by OCHC and the ordering provider. Obtain, evaluate and record patient history using appropriate tools and protocols within the EMR. Assist in the establishment, organization, and maintenance of patient medical records. Maintain medication and immunization records in the EMR with the Wisconsin Immunization Registry. Apply computer and other electronic equipment techniques to support office operations. Receive, organize, prioritize, store, and maintain transmittable information utilizing electronic technology. Obtain vital signs. Assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments as ordered by the provider and within legal boundaries. Prepare and administer oral and parenteral (excluding IV) medications and immunizations as directed by the ordering provider, and as permitted by Wisconsin law. Screen and follow up with test results, per provider recommendations. Recognize and respond to emergencies. Perform CLIA-waived tests. Perform electrocardiography and respiratory testing as ordered by the provider. Document patient communication and clinical treatments timely, accurately, and appropriately. Educate the patient as directed... For full info follow application link. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/0AD5299091854AC0