Medical Assistant (OB)

Description

Become part of a Migrant and Community Health Center, where you will:

• Have a passionate purpose.
• Do worthwhile work.
• Make a difference in people’s lives.

InterCare is searching for a Full-Time Medical Assistant to join our team at our Benton Harbor Women's Health Center location! At InterCare, you’ll find a rewarding and challenging work environment and a competitive compensation. Starting wages is $17.69 for trained or $19.00 for certified or registered Medical Assistant and increases depending on experience and benefits package which includes: vacation/personal paid time off, sick time, 10 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement program, medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short term and long term disability insurance.

At InterCare Community Health Network, we believe all people have the right to equal access to quality health care.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with evening hours as necessary. NO HOLIDAYS! NO WEEKENDS!

Minimum Requirements

• Possesses a general knowledge of clinical practices as acquired through formal training, including a certificate MA program, or associates degree in medical assisting.
• Minimum of 2-years in OB preferred.
• Minimum of 5-years as a Medical Assistant working in a health center or clinic preferred.
• Professional certification required within 6-months of employment if not already certified by accredited certification body.

Responsible for performing select clinical and administrative duties as delegated by the licensed physician, in accordance with InterCare policies and procedures; actively participates as a member of the patient care team

Description of Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of clinical tasks to support the provider team.
• Works in partnership with providers and other clinical support staff to deliver safe, high quality patient assessment, treatment, and follow up care in a patient centered medical home ambulatory setting.
• Screens patients in preparation for examination by provider; discharges patients including provider identified education, follow up and instructions.
• Prepares patients for examinations, procedures or treatments; assists provider as needed.
• Actively participates in pre visit planning and daily huddle with the clinical support team, FOS and provider (patient care team) to review the daily schedule and enhance patient flow.

Requirements

Description of Primary Attributes

General Development

• Displays compassionate, ethical and professional demeanor.
• Communicates effectively with patients and family members involved in their care.
• Maintains a positive presence in the clinical setting.
• Participates constructively in meetings and as part of a team.
• Maintains informative and cooperative working relationships with InterCare staff and colleagues.

Professional and Technical Knowledge

• BLS Certification, to be completed within two months of employment.
• Proficient in customer service and professionalism.

Communication Skills

• Possesses a professional level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex concept in a clear effective manner.
• Possesses excellent cross cultural communication skills and the ability to communicate to staff members at all levels.

Physical Demands

Job duties are performed in the typical office environment of the organization, which requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations. The environmental factors and/or physical requirements of this position include the following:

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, frequently sit, and lift up to 25 lbs
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, reach with arms & hands, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and manipulate (using keyboard, office equipment)
• Visual acuity to use keyboard, operate office equipment, and read printed material and regularly required to talk and hear
• Able to hear and communicate clearly with clients and staff on telephone and in person