Medical Assistant Position Description

Under the general supervision of the health care provider and Director of Clinical Operations, the Medical Assistant is responsible for general clinical and procedural patient care.

The Benefits of Fairfield Community Health Center

• 12 yearly paid holidays
• 4% 401(k) Match
• Up to 160 PTO hours
• Education assistance
• A mission to give
• Hands-on training
• Day one benefits

Primary Duties:

• Prepare examination rooms for patients, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
• Show patient to examination room and interviews patient to obtain an appropriate history, current medical information, chief complaint, reconcile current medications, vital signs, etc.
• As directed by the provider(s), provides health education, prepares for and independently performs procedures and/or testing which may include venipuncture, administration of injections/immunizations, pulmonary function tests, ear irrigations, hot/cold packs, EKGs, breathing treatment, lab testing, dressing changes, wound cleaning, hearing and vision tests, etc.
• Documents all patient encounter information accurately and concisely using appropriate medical terminology within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Referral, lab and diagnostic tracking responsibilities as assigned by the Office Manager.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information and adheres to policies/safety practices as established by FCHC.

Experience, education/training and licensure:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or registration.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• 1 year of experience in ambulatory primary care or related office setting.
• 1 year of Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience preferred.

About Fairfield Community Health Center

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, working to improve the overall health and wellness of our community. Our purpose is to make sure everyone has access to quality, affordable healthcare, regardless of insurance or income status.

Our integrated approach to your care gives us a complete look at all aspects of your health in order to determine the best health plan to fit your unique needs. Our mission is "To Strengthen the Community by Caring for You."

For more about us, visit our website at https://www.fairfieldchc.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Clinic

COVID-19 considerations:
**Effective February 14, 2022, a condition of employment is to have proof of the COVID-19 vaccine or an approved medical or religious exemption.

Application Question(s):

• Are you fully vaccinated against or have an approved medical or religious exemption for COVID-19?

Experience:

• medical assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• CMA or RMA certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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