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Sycuan MEDICAL ASSISTANT I in El Cajon, California
MEDICAL ASSISTANT I
Tribal, 2 Kwaaypaay Court, El Cajon, California, United States of America Req #14525
Thursday, August 15, 2024
The ancestors of the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation existed many centuries ago as a community of people…a Tribe living together, farming, hunting and fishing to survive.
Much has changed since that time. Today the Sycuan Tribe governs its Reservation, owns and operates a Casino and a Golf Resort, and owns a number of other business ventures in the San Diego Region.
One attribute that remains unchanged, however, is Sycuan's sense of community. Sycuan is more than just a business. Sycuan is a community of people working together toward a common goal. Whether you work in our state-of-the-art Casino, our beautiful Resort, or become a staff member in our Tribal Government division, you will be part of the Sycuan family.
Job Purpose:
Provides medical assistant services to patients
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
(Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)
Screens patients prior to visit with medical provider
Performs treatments and diagnostic procedures including audiology screens, visual acuity screens, EKGs, and ear cleansing by irrigation
Assists medical providers with exams and minor surgical procedures
Administers and documents parenteral, oral medications, and skin tests as ordered by provider
Cleans minor wounds, changes dressings, and removes sutures with direct supervision
Prepares exam rooms and equipment ensuring exam rooms are clean and neat
Ensures inventory is current and exam rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and forms
Scans prescriptions to the pharmacy prior to patient’s departure
Completes appropriate areas on Electronic Medical Records System, including vital signs, allergies and medications
Scans insurance information and medical reports into Electronic Medical Records System
Evaluates patient’s immunization status and administers vaccinations according to accepted schedules, standing orders, and per medical provider’s approval
Monitors vaccine supply for appropriate refrigeration and freezer temperatures and immediately notifies supervisor of temperatures out of range
Registers immunizations in San Diego’s immunization registry database
Obtains, prepares, stores, and forwards specimens to servicing laboratory in absence of lab tech to include: finger stick hemoglobin, blood glucose, hemoglobin A1C determinations, lipid levels, urine pregnancy test, rapid strap test, urine dipstick, urine micral, and collects capillary lead specimens
Informs medical providers of observed patient behavior that may affect patient’s illness or treatment
Provides patient comfort and brings patient issues to the attention of the Clinical Operation Manager
Ensures sharps containers are changed as necessary
Monitors eye wash stations daily
Ensures standards for infection control are met in accordance with local, state and federal OSHA regulations
Assists with required reports as needed
Participates in health conferences
Attends all full staff and departmental meetings
Maintains continuing education requirements for MA recertification
Cleans and sterilizes instruments and disposes of contaminated supplies according to OSHA guidelines
Job Specifications:
Education and Experience:
Essential:
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Completion of a Medical Assistant certification
Medical Assistant Experience
Current CPR Certification
Desirable:
Tribal clinic experience
Experience in a Primary Care environment
State Certified Medical Assistant
Skills and Knowledge:
Essential:
Excellent knowledge of laws and regulations governing medical records and medical office protocols
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with patients and medical personnel
Ability to enter data into data-base
Working knowledge of Electronic Health Records database
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Excellent knowledge of English both written and oral
Ability to appear for work on time
Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
Ability to accept constructive criticism
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to walk and stand for 8 hours at a time
Ability to perform repetitive bending, reaching, pulling and pushing
Ability to assist with the transfer of patient from wheelchair to examination table
Desirable:
Multi-lingual
Supervisory/Managerial Accountability:
Direct: None
Indirect: None
If you enjoy being part of a community dedicated to creating a memorable guest experience, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Sycuan and join our winning team!
Other details
Pay Type Hourly
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Tribal, 2 Kwaaypaay Court, El Cajon, California, United States of America