Medical Assistant - Outpatient

Seven Counties; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Seven Counties is seeking a full-time caregiver to supervise self-administered medications and assist with direct patient care. The role includes providing personal care, taking vital signs, and coordinating clinic visits for clients on the inpatient unit.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, with CNA or CMA certification desired. The position requires accurate documentation and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA or CMA certification desirable.
• Willingness to perform personal care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervises self-administered client medications per protocols.
• Provides direct patient care and personal care as directed.
• Obtains vital signs, height, and weight for clients on the inpatient unit.
• Maintains current documentation and inventory of medicines.
• Schedules outside medical appointments and transports clients to nearby clinics/hospitals.
• Administers First Aid and CPR when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School or GED

CNA or CMA (Desirable)

Job description

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Under direct orders given by the MD or APRN, supervises self-administered client medication, depending on the specific clinical program's protocols. Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks. Provides personal care, as needed (e. g., personal hygiene, toileting, laundry, meal preparation, safe eating techniques) as directed. Provides frequent rounding on clients and address/report client needs to LPN/RN as appropriate. Obtains vital signs, height, and weight for clients on the inpatient unit as directed by the LPN/RN. Performs UDS/HCG testing adhering to CLIA standards. Maintains accurate inventory of medicines and medical supplies. Authorizes drug refills as ordered by the medical provider and telephones/faxes prescriptions to the pharmacy. Schedules outside medical appointments for clients as ordered by the medical provider. Obtains necessary medical information as requested by the medical provider. Maintains current and accurate documentation. Transports clients to clinics and hospitals within walking distance of facility as needed. Administers First Aid and CPR, as needed.

EDUCATION

• High School or GED
• Desired: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or CMMA)

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position has no unusual physical demands.
• Frequent exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients/patients.
• Normal work tasks may involve a high level of frequent and ongoing exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue.

Within the bounds of their respective job descriptions, all staff are expected to exercise principle-centered leadership, focused on customer service responsiveness, with a continuous quality improvement orientation. Additionally, all staff are expected to develop a working knowledge of and follow all policies and procedures related to safety management and other Joint Commission standards.

Time Type:

Full time