Medical Assistant II - CHCY (Prescott Valley)

Yavapai County
Prescott Valley, Arizona United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 07, 2024
  • Salary: $21.63 - $27.58 Hourly USD Hourly
  • Salary Top:27
  • Full Time
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

    Role

    The ideal candidate will have experience working in primary care setting, specific to Federally Qualified Health Centers.

    Bilingual Spanish Preferred

    Under direct supervision, performs health-related work of moderate difficulty assisting the healthcare provider in the clinic setting.

    Major Duties, Responsibilities

    • Collects, documents, and prepares patient and associated health information for meeting with the healthcare provider including rooming and exiting protocols..
    • Triages patient inquiries for medical issues and questions for healthcare providers. Completes and submits appropriate forms for prior authorization of medications prescribed by the health care provider.
    • Conveys clinical information to patients on behalf of the provider after receiving specific instructions in areas such as taking medications, special diets, and laboratory tests.
    • Performs basic in-house laboratory tests including finger stick glucose, hemoglobin A1C, dipstick urinalysis, rapid test for strep infections, and venipunctures. Assures quality assurance in the CLIA-waived clinic laboratory.
    • Stocks, supplies, and sanitizes rooms after visits. Assists with monthly inventory ordering and organization of supplies.
    • Administers medication, immunizations, and treatment to patients as directed by the health care provider.
    • Assists with training back-office staff.
    • Performs other job-related duties as assigned


    Minimum Qualifications

    Education:
    High school diploma or equivalent.

    Experience:
    A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience as a medical assistant to include a minimum of one (1) year working in three (3) different disciplines, such as Primary Care/Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Reproductive Health.

    Additional Requirements:
    Must possess Medical Assistant Certification from an approved Medical Assistant training program .Must obtain Basic Life Support for the Health Care Professionals within three (3) months of hire. Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
    Must possess a current fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

    Other Skills

    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Knowledge of:
    • Medical documentation using Electronic Health Records.
    • Chronic medical conditions, current health care methods, and practices.
    • Medical office operations.
    • Cultural diversity and implications in delivering healthcare.
    • Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
    • Clerical office practices and procedures.
    • Research techniques and report writing.
    • Current Microsoft Office software.
    • Filing and recordkeeping.


    Skill in:
    • Demonstrating care, concern, and courtesy when dealing with people.
    • Balancing job responsibilities and assuring clients receive timely care without undue waiting in exam rooms or lobby.
    • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
    • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
    • Organization and adherence to detail.


    Ability to:
    • Use appropriate professional judgement, identify, and resolve problems independently.
    • Prioritize work, meet deadlines, efficiently manage time.
    • Understand health care concepts pertinent to work requirements and provide accurate and thorough teaching to patients as directed by the health care provider.
    • Recognize and report a patient's health status accurately.
    • Maintain public trust by honoring patient confidentiality at all times.
    • Travel between all Community Health Center of Yavapai clinic locations to provide staffing coverage when needed.
    • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
    • Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
    • Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
    • Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
    • Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

    Work Environment:
    The work involves potential exposure to infections, contagious diseases and blood borne pathogens. Clinical staff are required to use appropriate protective equipment. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.

    Physical Requirements:
    Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

    Additional Job Information:
    FLSA: Non-Exempt
    Grade: 6
    Classification: Classified
    Safety Sensitive: Yes

    EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

    Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
    Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

    • 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
    • Annual Leave
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
    • Retirement Plans
    • Sick Leave
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program

    ELECTIVE COVERAGE

    • 457 Deferred Compensation Program
    • Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • Health Savings Account (HSA)
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

    PLEASE NOTE

    • Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
    • Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
    • Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

    Click here to view our benefits summary.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Yavapai County
    • Yavapai County

    Yavapai County reflects the history of the old west and the future of the new.  At Yavapai County Government, we care for our community while building upon our legacy.  Guided by our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation we uphold these values in our everyday endeavors. 

    Yavapai County is in northcentral Arizona, just north of Phoenix, and is one of the four original Arizona counties formed in 1864.  The County, with approximately 246,191 residents, includes eight incorporated towns and cities:  Prescott (county seat), Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Jerome, Clarkdale, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and the newest municipality Dewey-Humboldt.  The County features some of the most spectacular natural beauty in the American West with a mild climate, four beautiful and distinct seasons, and breathtaking landscapes complete with granite mountains, lakes, and rolling meadows.   

    As a Yavapai County Government employee, you will have the chance to work in one of 37 unique departments, each providing vital services to our community. From law enforcement and healthcare to public works and environmental protection, there is a wide range of career paths to explore. And with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, you can build a long and rewarding career with us.

    We have a workforce of over 1,800 employees who are committed to enhancing the well-being of its residents and cultivating a thriving and vibrant community, making Yavapai County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.

    Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new challenge and aspire to be part of a vibrant team that values each member, we welcome you to join us in furthering our legacy and making a difference in your community.  Why… because people matter! 

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