Medical Assistant per diem
Posted: November 4, 2024
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT: School Health Clinics of Santa Clara County
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Medical Assistant, under the direction of the Clinic Manager, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, performs various patient care activities, clerical duties, and other duties as relates to the smooth operation of a School Health Clinic activities; must be able to use good judgment in carrying out job tasks and be sensitive to the School Health Clinics needs in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team and other school departments; assures the clinic is well organized so that the highest quality of medical care will be provided.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Registers patients for the Health Clinic by determining the presence of a current Parental Consent form and confirming that signature if necessary; and by completing all necessary registration forms.
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Assures receipt of all insurance information from the patient.
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Prepares patients to be seen by the Practitioner by locating the correct chart and performing and recording vital signs on each patient.
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Assists in performing selected tests such as urine testing for HCG, HGB, Protein, Sugar, Blood, etc.
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Provides simple medical treatment under the supervision of the Practitioner to selected patients that may involve such things as the application of non-sterile compresses, ice, bandages and charts this when appropriate.
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Files patient information and forms in patient charts in a timely manner so that files can be accessed easily.
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Maintains patient chart files organized in predetermined format.
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Assist patients in completing necessary documents.
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Assist with referral tracking, following up with patients for whom the clinic is PCP.
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Performs language translation as needed.
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Collects and checks for accuracy, evaluation and billing data. Enters registrations and visit information into computer accurately, completely and in a timely manner.
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Answers Health Clinic telephone, refers calls and takes messages in a sensitive manner.
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Cleans and cares for Health Clinic equipment such as
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Scales
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Sphygmomanometer
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Wheelchairs
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Crutches
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Heating Pad
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Completes clerical assignments such as the typing of memos and labels; monthly ordering of office medical supplies so that supplies are maintained at a pre-determined level; and Xeroxing forms and other materials necessary for operation.
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Attends required team meetings once or twice monthly.
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May be asked to assist in the orientation of new staff members on an as needed basis.
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Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of all patients seen.
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May work at other clinic locations as needed
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Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
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High school diploma or GED.
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Medical Assistant Certificate from an approved Medical Assistant program as required by the State of California.
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CPR certified.
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One-year current clinical experience as an M.A. preferred.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE OF AND ABILITY TO:
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Knowledge of office routine and filing system.
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Bilingual English/Spanish required.
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Ability to interact in a courteous helpful manner with patients, clients and staff.
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Ability to work effectively with a diverse population and positively in a teamwork environment.
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Knowledge of or be willing to learn community health and welfare resources.
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Knowledge of computers and their applications.
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Knowledge of medical terminology
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Ability to use tact and diplomacy in dealing with patients, co-workers, visitors and callers since many situations involve the provision of sensitive services.
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Skills in prioritizing, organizing and planning job tasks.
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Ability to recognize signs and symptoms of impending emergencies and initiate appropriate response.
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Ability to function, under protocols, with remote supervision when necessary. Because of small staffs at each location, there is more marked degree of autonomy.
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Employment screening required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Position requires occasional moderate to heavy activity level involving lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, pushing and pulling.
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May be exposed to microbial contamination from ill patients.
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Usual clinic environment with frequent interruptions in work to answer telephones and deal with crises.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to the Clinic Manager for the School Health Clinics of Santa Clara County; routine clinical duties are supervised by the Nurse Practitioner.
