Medical Assistant

Description

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant (MA) is a member of a cross-disciplinary care team that includes health care providers, nurses, behavioral health providers and other support staff. The Medical Assistant supports the mission and values of CAPS & Maple City by providing patient care and supporting the work of the medical team.

CAPS & Maple City is a Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to fostering a healthy community by providing affordable, accessible, and integrated quality health care. We prioritize welcome, inclusion, respect, and a commitment to the well-being of both our patients and our employees. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilizes EMR in patient care
• Utilizes multiple resources for staff communication
• Completes patient intake
• Administers vaccines and other injections
• Administers labs and procedures
• Completes patient care tasks, such as blood draws
• Prepares patient rooms
• Completes certain telephone encounters
• Shares in assigned maintenance duties
• Communicates with patients, such as communication via phone and electronically
• Other duties that support our shared work, as assigned
• This description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and documentation
• Ability to speak effectively to the public in person or on the telephone
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to perform prolonged or extensive standing and walking
• Ability to perform considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to perform prolonged periods of time in front of a computer
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this work

Additional Requirements:

• We are required by federal law to verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package (Retirement plan, health insurance, childcare reimbursement)
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare experience in our community

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter that highlights your experience and how your unique background will contribute to our team. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

CAPS & Maple City is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the patients we serve.