Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for providing direct patient care services in an outpatient clinical setting, ensuring that high-quality care standards are consistently met. This role includes working with specialized populations, and participating in key health initiatives to ensure appropriate screenings and preventive measures are implemented. The MA will collaborate closely with the Primary Care Provider team and provide daily support in lab procedures, x-ray, and patient referrals, contributing to seamless and efficient clinic operations.
Job Duties
- Participate in the provision of general clinical nursing services, including occasional emergent and urgent care duties.
- Ensure patient care is effective and high quality in collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Adhere to and apply best practice standards to ensure the highest quality outcomes.
- Provide patient education on treatments, preventive care, and health maintenance.
- Participate in community outreach programs to promote health awareness, and education within the tribal community.
- Assist with case management for specialized health care initiatives, ensuring compliance initiatives
- Collaborate with patients and Primary Care Providers to ensure all required annual tests and screenings are performed.
- Work cancer screenings for eligible patients based on age or family history.
- Perform nursing functions, including medication administration (intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal injections), EKGs, and other routine clinical tasks.
- Collaborate with the primary care provider team to deliver comprehensive care to patients.
- Manage patient referrals and communicate with outside specialty facilities to ensure continuity of care.
- Knowledgeable of the insurance prior authorization process to assist patients in obtaining necessary care.
- Coordinate with laboratory and radiology departments, ensuring timely acquisition of images and radiology reports for patient care.
- Utilize electronic health records (EHR) and associated software to accurately document patient care and manage clinical workflows.
- Coordinate home visitation referrals with Community Outreach and Social Services staff.
- Conduct well-check exams during home visits, including blood pressure checks, weight monitoring, medication reviews, gait assessments, and cognitive evaluations.
- Make appropriate referrals for medical necessity home visits based on patient assessments.
- Oversee the ordering and stocking of medical supplies to ensure the clinic is well-prepared for daily operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- May be assigned duties under the Chehalis Tribe Emergency Management Plan and Program to maintain essential healthcare operations.
Education & Experience
A High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years of hands-on clinical experience as a Medical Assistant required, with active employment in a Medical Assistant role within the past two (2) years. Certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) is required. Certification alone does not substitute for recent clinical work experience. Experience working with American Indian/Alaska Native communities is preferred. Must have a valid WA DL.
Benefits
- 401 (k)
- 401 (k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending accounting
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision
Licenses & Certifications
- Certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
- Valid WA DL
