Medical Assistant- no weekends or holidays

POSITION SUMMARY The Medical Assistant is an integral part of the team concept in Wheelers health delivery system which is devoted to the delivery of integrated primary care in an ambulatory setting with emphases on prevention and health maintenance. This position helps patients by providing information services and assistance. The Medical Assistant supports the clinical staff in performing their duties maintaining clinic environment to care and carry out the necessary functions required in accordance with established policies and procedures. May function as a member of the Mobile Medical Team and provide services on Wheelers Mobile Medical Unit(s).SALARYHourly Rate $20.50 for one year of experienceHourly Rate $22.00 2 plus years of experienceBilingual Spanish speaking stipend available! $2288 annuallyEligible for a $100 scrubs/uniform allowanceEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from a medical assistant program preferred or certified as a CNA EMT PCA or PCT. One (1) year of experience in the field preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with EHRs is preferred. Must have reliable transportation to provide coverage across health center sites as exceptional customer service appropriate phone etiquette and ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills and analytical and problem solving abilities. Ability to acquire and maintain CPR certification within 90 days of date of CTSCHEDULEFull timeEMPLOYEE BENEFITSAt Wheeler were committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Heres how we invest in you:Nurture Your Health:Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through CentivoComprehensive dental and vision insurance through CignaAccess to wellness programs to support your physical and mental healthSecure Your Future:Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance403(b) Plan with contributions from the companyFuel Your Career Growth:Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement ProgramAccess training and development opportunitiesReceive a $100 annual stipend for scrubs/uniformsMaintain Work-Life Harmony:Recharge with generous paid time off including:15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge 8 sick days per year for your well-being2 personal days per year for your personal needs2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you9 paid company holidays to spend with loved onesAccess free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESShows patient to examination rooms and prepares them for MD APRN PA throughout Health and Wellness patient information by interviewing patient recording medical history review of medications screening tools; confirming purpose of the visit and enters in to medical patients vital signs height and weight and enters into the medical record. Maintains effective and organized systems to ensure timelypatient phlebotomy and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis based on programmatic need. Performs medical support tasks under the supervision of APRN RN. Gives instructions to patients as instructed by MD all related reports labs and information is filed is available in patients medical records prior to their up and tracks referral statuses ensuring referrals have been sent and received in a timely supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt. Maintains flexibility pertaining to cross training throughout all health centers clinical programs and service lines and coverage at other Health and Wellness sites as it meets the needs of the equipment operating by following operating instructions; trouble shooting breakdowns; maintain supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for telephone messages and provides feedback and answers to patient/MD/ APRN/PA/pharmacy and processes messages from patients and front office staff to MD APRN PA. Maintains all logs and required checks (e.g. refrigerator temperatures emergency medications expired medications oxygen cold sterilization fluid change).Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Must be able to pass a respirator fit test at time of hire and on annual to develop knowledge and understanding about the history traditions values family systems and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches skills and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.