Medical Assistant

Job summary
The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Assistant.Under the direction of the assigned Nursing Supervisor and/or Director of Nursing, works as an integral part of the healthcare team, responsible for the facilitation and delivery of high quality, direct patient care.Certification as Medical Assistant or 2 years of related healthcare experience or education related to medical assistant.
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Works as a collaborative part of the healthcare team to assist with initial admission of patients to the Health Center.• Responsible for the intake of patients for appointments, which includes verification of check-in procedures, review of medical screenings, timely rooming, obtaining vital signs of patients, confirms chief complaints/reason for visit, reviews patient medical history, allergies, medications, and confirms information in Electronic Health Record (EHR).• Anticipates medical provider's needs, and is proficient in set-up of medical procedures.• Responsible for data entry of patient information for compliance with quality measures.• Assists with patient flow management- acts as a liaison to inform patients of current status, wait time, relays pertinent information to providers and is responsible to facilitate follow-up scheduling of appointments and/or rescheduling as needed.• Participates in patient education, ensuring the patient is provided resources to enhance understanding of medications, treatments, disease management, expectations and when to follow-up if needed.• Proficient and responsible for the delivery of routine immunizations, including the ability to identify appropriate injection sites and adhere to antiseptic technique with medication preparation and delivery.
Requirements
• Certification as Medical Assistant or 2 years of related healthcare experience or education related to medical assistant.• Knowledge of medical terminology/procedures, human anatomy and medical law/ethics.• CPR certification required.• Must be able to function and perform in a fast-paced environment, problem solve, be a self-starter and active team player.• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.• Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.• Indian preference.
Benefits
• Medical insurance• Dental insurance• Vision insurance• 401(k) retirement plan• Paid holidays• Vacation and sick leave