Under direction of providers, assist in examination and treatment of patients: interview patients, take medical histories, measure vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and record information on patients\xe2\x80\x99 charts. Additionally,

• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients
• Prepare and drape patients for exams and treatments, and remain with patients, perform such duties as handling instruments and/or materials as directed, holding instruments and adjusting lights
• Aid providers with procedures if needed and as directed
• Chaperone during patient exams conducted by providers who are not the same gender as the patient
• Perform EKG\xe2\x80\x99s, draw blood, obtain non-invasive body fluid specimens, and assist with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures in accordance with level of training and departmental procedures
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens or perform basic laboratory tests on the premises, dispose of contaminated supplies and sterilize medical instruments
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician, authorize drug refills as directed and telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy
• Does not start or administer intravenous fluids; however, under supervision, administer approved medications via oral, subcutaneous, intradermal or intramuscular routes
• Arrange exam room instruments and equipment and keep waiting areas and exam rooms neat and clean
• Clean, sterilize, store, prepare and issue dressing packs, treatment trays, and other supplies
• Inventory and order medical supply and materials
• Assist provider with follow-up as directed such as, but not limited to, calling for laboratory reports, x-ray results, etc.
• Assist provider as directed to explain treatment procedures to patients and instruct patients about medications and special diets in accordance with level of training and departmental procedures
• Remove sutures and change dressings at the direction of the provider and in accordance with level of training and departmental procedures
• Transport patients, using wheelchair or wheeled cart, or assist patients to walk
• Enter data into Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system to maintain office, patient records and appointments
• Provide patient advocacy
• Schedule appointments, receive money for bills, keep x-ray and other medical records, perform secretarial tasks and complete insurance forms
• Conduct patient financial needs/assistance, interview as needed
• Perform other duties as requested

MINIMAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or GED graduate
• Graduate of an accredited Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) and/or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program
• Minimum 1-year work experience as a RMA and/or CMA in an ambulatory care setting, including performing phlebotomy and giving injections
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a medical office
• Ability to work with a high level of cultural diversity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients (ability to put patients at ease and explain provider\xe2\x80\x99s instructions), co-workers and the public
• Be neat, well groomed and have courteous, pleasant manner
• Respect the confidential nature of medical information and maintain strictest confidentiality in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Have reasonable level of manual dexterity and visual acuity
• Ability to work as part of health care team
• Ability to work some evenings and Saturdays on a rotational basis, if needed
• Possess a valid Michigan driver\xe2\x80\x99s license

DESIRABLE:

• Experience in community health center
• Experience with inner city, low-income population
• Experience with a FTCA
• Experience with patient and/or community health care education
• Knowledge of health care insurance including Medicaid, Medicare and Managed Care
• Medium computer skills and ability to competently utilize MS Office (Word and Excel)

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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. 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. 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.

• Environmentally controlled medical office environment
• Possible exposure to patients with illness and or infections.
• Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public

DISCLAIMER: "This description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.\xe2\x80\x9d Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.00 - $18.29 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Internal Medicine
• Ob/Gyn
• Pediatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outpatient

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s):

• Have you had a tardiness or attendance issue with a previous employer?

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
• Front Registration Desk: 1 year (Preferred)
• CHAMPS and/or Ability: 1 year (Preferred)
• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English fluently (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• DETROT, MI 48202 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person