Certified Medical Assistant/QMHA

Job Code: GCHD7

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant

Location: GRANT COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMERNT - JOHN DAY

Supervisor: Health Department Manager

FLSA: *Non-Exempt Hourly, .25 FTE (10 hours per week)

Paygrade: B07 ($23.13 - $33.56 per hour, depending on experience)

$1,375 HIRING BONUS pro-rated by FTE until 10/31/26!!

(2 year Commitment, Staggered-taxed Payout)

Community Counseling Solutions provides a team-based Servant Leadership environment! Nestled in the beautiful Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon, John Day offers exceptional quality of a well balanced life. Endless outdoor activities, quality schools and healthcare services in a family oriented community.

Apply Directly at https://ccswebsite.org/employment/

Our mission is to provide dynamic, progressive, and diverse supports to improve the well-being of our communities and we’re looking for motivated employees to help us continue our vision!

DESCRIPTION

Assist care providers with the delivery of patient care and treatment at the Grant County Health Department and other health service settings. Interact with patients both in person while performing simple procedures/treatments and by phone. Promote team concepts and the mission and values of Community Counseling Solutions. Perform other related work as required.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Health Department Manager

Supervision Exercised

This position does not supervise other employees.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under the direction of primary care providers or registered nurses, and per standing orders/policies/protocols, the Medical Assistant will administer immunizations and injections in addition to obtaining basic vitals and specimen collection.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist Provider / RN in the preliminary screening of patients and assist care providers in conducting health examinations; record height and weight, and take blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration and similar vital signs; instruct patients on proper collection of laboratory samples; process and perform lab tests, such as urine analysis and pregnancy, rapid strep, glucose and hemoglobin tests.
• Under Provider / RN direction, administer immunizations and injections; perform a variety of procedures as directed.
• Provide information to patients concerning health maintenance, disease prevention, options and services available; conduct patient education and instruction on selected health topics, as directed.
• Collect clinical assessment data from patients and assist with determining appropriate action with urgent and emergency patient care. Complete referral paperwork and assist patients in scheduling additional medical tests or appointments.
• Review patient’s medical records for accuracy and obtain prior authorizations as needed. Document in the medical record all patient activity and contact. Maintain and reconcile various logs and recordkeeping.
• Complete and mail test result forms and other patient documents. Transmit new and refill prescription orders.
• Prepare, stock, and clean exam rooms; set up procedures. Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment. Participate in emergency equipment / supplies check; discard and replace outdated items.
• Perform clinical reception duties; retrieve and/or request patient chart and file patient medical records; perform technical and / or clinical assistance in operating clinics; process mailings and appointment reminders; set up and organize materials.
• Assist with specialized programs, such as the Oregon Reproductive Health Program, Vaccine for Children Program or other clinic programs.

*The above list covers the most significant duties performed but does not include other occasional work, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned to this job.

Requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of standard principles, practices, and procedures of clinic patient care, record keeping and reporting. Knowledge of the methods and techniques to assist with primary medical care. Skill in the use of English language and medical terminology. Skill in performing computer data entry. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to make observations concerning patients’ general health conditions, take and record vital signs, and perform assigned laboratory tests. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of co-workers and the general public and work efficiently as a member of a health team. Ability to work in high volume and high-pressure situations. Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work, and demonstrate initiative; solve problems and make decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Certified Medial Assistant.

High school graduation or equivalency required. One year of health care experience desired, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrate the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-described duties.

Certifications

Medical Assistants certification.

Have or be able to obtain a current CPR certificate.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS

Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 410-007-0200 through 410-007-0380.

In addition to a pre-employment background check, each employee, volunteer and contractor shall be checked on a monthly basis against the OIG and GSA exclusion lists, as well as other federal and state agency lists. If it is discovered that an employee, volunteer or contractor is excluded or sanctioned it will be the cause for immediate termination of employment, volunteering, or the termination of the contract.

PRE HIRE DRUG SCREEN REQUIRED

PERSONAL AUTO INSURANCE

Must hold a valid driver’s license as well as personal auto insurance for privately owned Vehicles utilized for

CCS business such as client service purposes, travel between business offices and the community, to attend required meetings and trainings.

Must show proof of $300,000 or more liability coverage for bodily injury and $100,000 or more in property damage and maintain said level of coverage for the duration of employment at CCS.

The employee’s insurance is primary with CCS insurance being secondary. CCS reserves the right to deny any employee the use of a vehicle owned by CCS.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use office automation including computer and phone system that requires fine manipulation, grasping, typing, and reaching. Sitting for long periods reviewing reports and other written materials and talking on phone. This position may occasionally be required to lift to ten (10) pounds. Incumbent will occasionally have to reach, bend, kneel and squat when adjusting equipment or retrieving supplies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a public health clinic setting and at a variety of public locations within communities throughout the county. In state travel required to attend regional trainings and an occasional out-of-state training may be needed. The noise level is usually moderate, but occasionally may be exposed to loud noise such as raised voice levels and alarms.

This position is exposed to the everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as an office (i.e., moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and electrical shock).

Community Counseling Solutions IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MEMBER OF NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES CORPORATION