Medical Assistant

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Medical Assistant is under the general supervision of the Medical Office Manager and Chief Medical Officer. The Medical Assistant will assist the medical team in the treatment and care of patients. Organizing clinic, including patient and document flow in order to maximize efficiencies in patient care and record keeping in the medical clinic.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates.

· Prepares patients for and assists with examinations.

· Administers injections and medications.

· Performs audiometer, vision and EKG testing.

· Performs routine lab testing (urine, HCT).

· Assists with medical procedures and minor surgeries.

· Dress wounds and incisions.

· Administers specified medication and documents time and amount given administered in patient charts.

· Maintains records of vital statistics, immunizations, and lab specimens. Lab reports and other pertinent data regarding patient care.

· Relays physician’s instructions to patients.

· Gives specific patient education on diabetes self-care and wound care.

· Coordinates services with other health care providers.

· Prepares examination/treatment rooms for patient use.

· Cleans and sterilizes patient rooms, instruments and equipment.

· Maintains stock of supplies and medications. in rooms. Medications shouldn’t be in rooms

· Participate in public health and outreach programs.

· Performs related tasks as directed.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

· Prior experience in a medical clinic or office setting – 1 year.

· CPR and First-Aid Certification – Active

· Basic Triage Skills.

· Must be sensitive and possess an awareness and keen appreciation of Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs of the Indian community.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

· Phlebotomy Certification

· Proof of Certified Medical Assistant Training.

· Prior experience in a medical clinic or office setting – 2-3 years.

· Bi-Lingual/Spanish Speaking

Benefits:

Health Insurance - TIHP employees are covered by the Blue Shield of California Program and for full time employees, Coverage is available for the employee, plus one, and for the entire family; 90% of the premium is paid by TIHP. Therefore, the cost to the employee is 10% of the plan premium selected.

Optical Insurance – All full-time employees and eligible dependents are covered by the Blue Shield of
California optical plan. The cost of this plan is 100% covered by TIHP.

Life Insurance Policy - $50,000 life insurance coverage is provided by The Hartford for full-time and part-time employees working more than 20 hours per week (paid by TIHP).

Optional Insurances - New York Life Insurance, AFLAC, and Legal Shield ID Theft protection plan options are available to employees at their cost.

Retirement - 401k plan available with TIHP match up to 4% of employee contribution.

In-House Services - 100% discounted services to include medical, dental, optical, pharmacy and mental health services (all on-site) available to employee and immediate family members at no cost to the employee.

Student Loan Forgiveness - The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) offers loan repayment support to qualified health care professionals dedicated to practicing in medically underserved areas.

Holiday Leave - Thirteen (13) paid holidays; there are many details to address eligibility so please review the holiday section of the Manual.

Floating Birthday Holiday: 8 hrs.

Continuing Education Assistance - To maintain licensure (after probation period) for applicable positions based on requirement for positions o

Professional Development Program – If qualified, a one-time $500 incentive is provided to support employee skills and educational development. o

Employee Bonus Program – Employees are provided an incentive for longevity at THIP and that includes a cash bonus at 5-year increments and a travel voucher for those at 20 years of service and each 5 years thereafter, depending on budget availability.

Personal Leave & Sick Leave – Paid personal leave beginning with three (3) weeks per year for first two years of employment; accrual increases incrementally thereafter. Six (6) sick leave days per year.

Wellness Committee Programs - We offer an ample amount of support for employees in three key components; physical health, mental health and heathy eating. We encourage our colleagues to succeed in their own goals and to be mindful of their wellness. Our on-site gym provides a place to work on physical health before, during and after work with a guest family member over the age of eighteen.

About Toiyabe Indian Health Project

The Northern Paiute, Shoshone, and Washoe people were the indigenous populations that inhabited the valley and mountain areas of the Eastern Sierra Nevada. For years, as long as the indigenous people can recall, they have lived and survived from the lands of the Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains. These lands provided numerous animals and vegetation which the Native people used to sustain life in a peaceful, harmonious setting. Much has changed since those early days, but quality healthcare remains an important need, not only for the American Indians but for all who live in the Eastern Sierra region.

Healthcare services have progressed from the days when caravans and rides were set up to take local American Indians to the Indian Health Service hospital in Schurz, NV. Thanks in large part to the community leaders who started the Tri-County Indian Health Project in 1968, articles of incorporation were adopted in 1971 for the Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inc. Originally, Toiyabe was located in a small building on the Bishop Paiute Tribe’s Reservation. However, since that time, Toiyabe has grown in size and scope to today’s modern facilities, featuring services that we are proud to offer to all of our American Indian patients and clients, as well as the community in general.

Toiyabe staffs 3 clinic locations (Bishop, Lone Pine and Coleville Clinics) in addition to Dialysis Clinic in Bishop. We support Medical, Dental, Optical, Family Services and Public health departments. Our team of 150+ employees is comprised of more than 50% native American employees.

About Bishop California

Bishop, California is a friendly town nestled in between two majestic mountain ranges, the iconic Sierra Nevada mountains to the West, and the White Mountains to the East. This unusual geographic location makes Bishop incredibly special. You will enjoy stunning, world-renown scenery, unparalleled outdoor recreation opportunities, and a lively rural culture.

A playground for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds, Bishop’s huge backyard offers just about anything to find your own brand of fun from world class trout fishing to rock climbing, hiking to OHV touring, and wildlife viewing to horseback riding. Within minutes of travel you can explore everything from the Valley floor to high alpine terrain. Only 40 minutes to Mammoth Lakes and world-renowned Mammoth Ski Resort, your options are limited only by your imagination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,720.00 - $49,458.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Lone Pine, CA 93545 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lone Pine, CA 93545: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person