Medical Assistant (Mobile Health Unit)
: Job Details :

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Job Title: Medical Assistant (Mobile Health Unit) Job Status: Full-time Job Summary: Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant is responsible for assessing/evaluating patient's conditions. Taking and recording patient vital signs, collecting specimens, preparing patients for examinations, treatments and otherwise assisting the provider on the mobile health unit as well as driving and performing the required maintenance for the mobile unit. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform initial response screening following protocols approved by supervising providerObtain information from patient to complete appropriate paperwork to update patient historyDetermine and document reason for the visit; utilize critical thinking skills within the scope of the role to assess if patient information requires higher level follow-upObtain patient vital signs and accurately documents information in patient file; this includes but is not limited to the following: vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, height, and weight; calculates and documents BMIPerform diagnostic tests as directed by providerAdminister prescribed medications and assist in procedures as directed by provider, nurse practitioner or physician assistant or medical providerFacilitate prescription renewals as directed by ordering provider according to ACCESS protocolsTrack and inform patient of laboratory/diagnostic test results as directed by provider and according to organization and office protocolsCommunicate with patient regarding provider instructions based on test results receivedPerform general specimen collection and processing duties (including blood, urine, throat swabs, etc.) or other office procedures as required; during the performance of those duties adheres to all access specific policies, procedures, and safety precautionsProvide patient/family education as directed by provider, nurse practitioner or physician assistantAssist with lifting and transferring of patients and medical equipment with requiredMay operate equipment to administer routine diagnostic testsAssist the provider in procedures performed and responsible for preparation of the patient and materials both before and after procedures and sample collectionsDrive mobile health unit in a safe and prudent manner, arriving at destinations via the most efficient route in light of road, weather, and traffic conditionsPerform daily and routine vehicle maintenance as requiredComplete required paperwork including daily logs, route sheets and petty cash reportsWhen not actively engaged in driving duties may be assigned to assist staff in directing clients or administrative support dutiesOperate standard office equipment and use required software applicationsPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:Proper sample collection and processingOSHA standardsHIPAA and confidentiality standardsDetroit metropolitan area and travel routesSafe and standard operating of an ambulance or commiserate box type truck driving experienceSkill in:Solid critical thinking skills with the ability to effectively solve problems (e.g., able to determine patient issue requires immediate provider attention if there are significant changes to the patient history or other clinical issues that are presented)Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft OfficeDriving experience with an ambulance or other box type truckAbility to:Use a computer system at high level of proficiency, with ability to efficiently utilize clinic technology and Microsoft Office (Outlook Word) Able to attain EMR proficiency and other systems as needed.Able to operate medical equipment safely and accurately (EKG, PFT, pulse oximetry etc.)Able to collect specimens (swabs, body fluid collection (blood, urine, sputum etc.), administer vaccinations and medications and other general duties as neededCommunicate in a courteous and friendly manner at all times and to work effectively as a member of the clinical care teamRead and write at a competent level in order to fulfill essential job responsibilitiesProvide a high level of customer serviceperform mathematical calculations as needed during the course of performing basic job duties (e.g., calculating proper dosages for patient immunizations)Organize daily workload keep assigned providers on time to the extent possible or, to help provider manage changes to their schedule to ensure that all patients receive the highest level of careManage supplies of medications and supplies, stock as needed, place orders for supplies with approval Educational/Previous Experience Requirements: Minimum Degree Required:High school diploma or GED equivalentRequired Disciplines:At least 2 years previous clinical experience or equivalent combination of education, experience and /or training approved by Human ResourcesRequired driving experience is 2 years driving a box type truck preferred or6 months driving an ambulance preferred Licenses/Certifications: Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire:Certified Medical Assistant orEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) orParamedicMust possess a valid state Chauffer's license free of any outstanding violations or be willing to obtain by date of hire Working Conditions: Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be requiredTravel Required: Local travel, up to 100%Working Environment: Class C motor vehicle. When driving, working environment will be out in the natural elements (may include dry days, rainy, icy and /or snowy days). Temperature controlled mobile unit and at times will be office based.#J-18808-Ljbffr