Description:
This Medical Assistant position is open to candidates with EMT and CNA experience. Responsibilities include taking patient vital signs, preparing lab specimens, administering medications and immunizations under provider supervision, and maintaining exam room supplies. Additional duties involve auditing charts, cleaning medical equipment, and assisting with lab procedures. This position is a travel position that covers North Country Healthcare Clinics located in the Eastern Region and applies to Holbrook, Winslow, Show Low, Springerville, and Payson.

Duties:

• Gathers necessary vital signs from patients and completes office visit form for physician's review and patient file.
• Correctly collects, prepares, and sends laboratory specimens for routine tests and records results under direct supervision of the provider.
• Administers selected medication and treatments to patients as ordered, including injections and immunizations and instructs patients on proper follow-up procedures under the supervision of the provider.
• Maintains the supply stock in exam rooms and lab areas and documents usage so supplies may be replenished.
• Audits provider charts for completeness and signatures.
• Sets up and cleans medical equipment and keeps red bags emptied and prepared for pickup.
• Performs laboratory procedures provided by the center under direct supervision of the provider.

Medical Assistant Qualifications:

• Diploma of completion of education or training as a medical assistant or a related field recognized by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) AND preferred certification or registration by National Organization.

Medical Technician Qualifications:

• Preferred at least 1 year on-the-job training in Medical Provider office and successful completion of NCHC competency training within 90 days.

Compensation:

Starting at $17.36+ DOE