The Medical Assistant provides assistance and direct patient care for the clinic at the Curry Health Center. Duties include, but are not limited to: collecting pertinent information from clients in a variety of situations and responding in an appropriate, professional manner; taking and recording vital signs; preparing patient for examination and medical procedures; assisting health care providers with exams and procedures; explaining exam/treatment procedures to patients; collecting lab specimens; instructing patients regarding medications, referrals and follow-up appointments; monitoring the inventory of sample medications; representing peer group at appropriate clinic meetings; managing the clinics daily work load; managing patient flow; making appointments, including also outside and special providers; obtaining and managing medical records as it relates to appointments; returning phone calls when requested; ordering labs and x-rays; managing returned labs and x-rays; providing internal and external customer service; listening and responding to patient needs; assuring privacy and confidentiality; managing materials; stocking offices and exam rooms; cleaning and sterilizing the equipment; preparing exam room between patients; maintaining clinic equipment;

Position will demonstrate: knowledge of procedures and preparation needed for medical exams/procedures; knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology; demonstrated skill in medical procedures; taking vital signs, obtaining height/weight, and collecting lab specimens; basic knowledge of labs commonly ordered; knowledge of medical charting practices and procedures; ability to respond and listen to need/demands of all patients with sensitivity and professionalism; knowledge of basic medical ethics including issues of confidentiality; knowledge of sterilization techniques; knowledge of common procedures including; orthopedic software, crutch fitting, dressing changes, monitor nebulizer patients, cast removal, splint application and ECG’s; ability to operate personal computers, related word processing, spreadsheet and software with ability to learn new software; effective public relations, interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse group of individuals; organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines in a busy environment with attention to detail

Current national certification or eligibility to test for either a Certified Medical Assistant or a Registered Medical Assistant or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and current CPR certification

Knowledge of procedures and preparation needed for medical exams/procedures

Knowledge of medical charting practices and procedures

Knowledge of basic medical ethics including issues of confidentiality

Demonstrated ability to operate personal computers, related word processing, spreadsheet and software with ability to learn new software

Effective public relations, interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse group of individuals

Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to work with cleaning solutions, germicides, chemical disinfectants, fumes, and blood borne pathogen exposures; be able to use protective equipment to reduce and minimize exposure to infectious diseases; lift up to 20 lbs.; perform duties requiring assisting patients with limited mobility on an occasional basis, push/pull activity to move wheelchairs and equipment, and reaching/kneeling/crouching/twisting activities on an occasional basis. A Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment.