After Hours Remote Medical Assistant

Remote work begins after a short onboarding and probationary time period.MyCHN is a nonprofit organization providing Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, and Pharmacy services to communities in the South Houston and Gulf Coast area. We were founded in 2008 with one provider, three exam rooms and a big dream. Today, we have over 100 providers and more than 15 locations. MyCHN’s mission is to “provide quality care that uplifts, supports, and shapes healthy communities while addressing financial and social barriers”.Job SummaryThe Medical Assistant will provide routine technical duties and assist with other related tasks involved in providing quality patient care and services directed toward restoration of health and wellness, and health promotion.This individual is responsible for aiding the on-site Provider with normal routine of the clinic activities. The Medical Assistant will obtain patient intake information and histories, ensure that consents have been signed, and respond to all patient request (i.e., prescription refills, etc.).All duties are structured in accordance with the Patent Centered Medical Home (PCMH). If bilingual must be privileged to translate. This position requires a work availability of 12:00 pm-9:00 pm Monday-Friday with rotating weekends.Duties And ResponsibilitiesAdhere to standard of care, processes, and protocols per type of patient visitPerform all vitals on every patient at every visit: height, weight, blood pressure, blood glucose, pulse, oxygen saturation, temperature, and respirationsDirect patient to a clean available room, follow proper intake order while using proper terminology and maintaining accurate and confidential records (vitals, Veradigm, dashboard, exam form, and screenings)Present patient and report back to providerAssess immunization records and refer for immunization as needed to meet Department of State Health Services guidelines, while using appropriate stockComplete orders per standard of care or as documented in electronic health record by provider. (EKG, CLIA waived tests, lab draws, medication administration, vaccines, breathing treatment, fetal non-stress test, ear lavage, wound wrapping, FIT cards, referrals etc.)Gather needed supplies, equipment and set up as directed per standard of care or providerAssist providers with examination, procedures and treatments as directedCreate Referrals as ordered by providerPerform in-house testing using aseptic technique, document results and notify patient in timely manner: Flu, Strep, Mono, Covid, Cepheid, UPT, RSVPerform Hearing and vision Testing with documentationAbility to use Bi-directional interface with IMMTRAC to import vaccine records.Send Medication refill request through Veradigm to providerAbility to upload Medical Records in patient’s chartPlacement of RTO’s in chart as directed by providerAbility to navigate crisis protocolAssist with interpretation as needed including verbal and writtenInform site lead when inventory is lowParticipates in code response duties as assigned by site leadDischarge patient with instructions as defined by provider (review discharge instructions with site lead as needed)Upon discharge schedule patient for follow up visit chronic, acute, or well and verify pharmacyAssist patient in identifying barriers that may prevent them from completing their treatmentEnsure rooms are cleaned after discharge and are always properly stocked. Ensure all areas of clinic are clean and orderlyParticipates in identified performance improvement initiativesOther duties, as assigned and within scopeRequired Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of all confidentiality requirements regarding patients and strict maintenance of proper confidentiality on all such informationAbility to deal professionally, courteously, and efficiently with the public and all levels of the organizationAbility to work with people of all socioeconomic levelsAbility to communicate clearly and effectivelyFamiliarity with office equipment, calculators, photocopiers, faxes, and practice management softwareAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyTeam player with excellent communication skillsWell organized and self-directedAbility to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaintsConsumer advocate for quality healthcare and servicesStrong leadership skills following the servant leadership modelThorough knowledge and use of medical terminology and abbreviationsDemonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in an emergencyMaintain a positive caring attitude towards patients and staffGood computer skills with ability to type 45+ WPMPossess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalismPreferred Skills/AbilitiesBilingual in SpanishRequired Education And ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED equivalentOne year of work experienceMedical Assistant diploma from an accredited school or certificate to practice MAMaintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS)Preferred Education And ExperienceOne year of work experience in the health fieldSupervision ResponsibilitiesNonePhysical RequirementsOccasionally required to sitFrequently required to talk and standFrequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterityThe employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific frequently vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision, Color vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and Ability to adjust focusWork EnvironmentBLOODBORNE PATHOGENS EXPOSURE LEVEL: 1 (HIGH)Noise Level:ModerateBenefitsHealth Insurance with the employee monthly premium paid 100% by MyCHNDental Insurance with the employee monthly premium paid 100% by MyCHN401 (k) with up to 4% company matchingPaid Time Off accrues 128 hours the first year. The amount accrued increases as years of service increases.Sick Time of 40 hours per yearPersonal Time/Birthday of 8 hours per year$15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage paid by MyCHNContinuing Education Stipend of $200/yearContinuing Education of 40 hoursReferral BonusFlexible schedulesHigh opportunity for growthOther benefits offered: Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, etc.RequiredPreferredJob IndustriesHealthcare

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