Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Primary Care

Suffolk VA

Are you ready for your next opportunity

When you work with Tribal Health you work with talented and passionate teams who are making an impact on Native health disparities. We offer an unforgettable career-changing adventure - and because we are clinically led you can count on 24/7 support so you always feel confident and comfortable on the job.

We recognize that you are the best part of addition to a wealth of benefits we offer caring recruiters who match your personal and professional goals to the perfect opportunity for you.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate clinician who understands and respects the values of our tribal communities. Together staff will provide care that meets the needs of the community and offers a meaningful and culturally responsive experience for both patients and their families.

Duties:

• Working with all ages (Pediatrics to Geriatrics)
• Proactively collaborate and integrate with members of the team other departments and directorates to achieve optimal care for the patients in the HOME PORT model.
• Proactively prepare for visits by reviewing upcoming provider schedules to avoid unnecessary visits with their provider and ensuring TEAM workflow.
• Screen patients based on standard questionnaires per clinic protocol.
• Prepare patient electronic health record (EHR) and other appropriate forms prior to patients appointment (i.e. physical).
• Perform data entry for population health metrics and health promotion.
• Collaborate with staff and support activities to maintain a safe and orderly department environment.
• Perform administrative functions to include scheduling appointments and preparing correspondence to patients as assigned.

Requirements:

Specialty: Medical Assistant

Licensure:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate & be a graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by (one of the following):
• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
• The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) of the American Medical Technologists
• Formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces
• Formal program approved by the MTF

Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) hands on certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Experience: Possess a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant within the last three (3) years all ages.

Schedule:Services shall be provided Sunday through Saturday between 0645 and 1900 depending on clinic location.

Tribal Health Perks:

Competitive Pay

Per Diems to help with travel and lodging expenses for those that qualify

Medical Dental and Vision benefits

401K

Paid Time off and 11 Federal Holidays

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

100% Company paid tuition to further your education

Other voluntary benefits; Disability Critical illness and more

Native American Preference: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with federal law (Title 25 USC Section 472). Form BIA-4432 should be submitted with the application. For more information about Native American Preference in employment please click here.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Tribal Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. We value the skills experience and dedication that veterans bring to the workplace and qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. Tribal Health is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please let us know by emailing or by calling . For more info on EEOC please visit EEOC KNOW YOUR RIGHTS