Medical Assistant - Clinic

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$20.62 - $23.20 _____________________________________________________________ OVERVIEW OF MESA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH Mesa County Public Health was formed in 1948 as a political subdivision of the State. We provide a wide range of public and environmental health services to Mesa County residents and, in some programs, the region. Mesa County Public Health is a leader in our community, our region, and throughout Colorado. We are committed to upholding standards that align our actions with our mission, vision, and values. We are an efficient and innovative organization and we are very proud of the work we do. We have high expectations of our leaders, our peers, and ourselves. We believe in the power of community partnerships to develop sustainable solutions for our residents. Mesa County Public Health employees believe in the principles of Epidemiology, support evidence- based interventions, and advocate for healthy lifestyles at the personal and community levels. Our Vision: Mesa County is a supportive community that promotes a healthy environment where everyone can flourish. Our Mission: Understanding, promoting, and protecting the health of the community. Our Values: ● Respect: We treat our staff, community, and partners with dignity, respect, and empathy. ● Collaboration: We work collectively for the mutual benefit of the community through sharing information, responsibility, and resources. ● Innovation: We empower staff to creatively approach and solve health problems facing our community. ● Accountability: We are reliable and transparent with our community and partners. JOB SUMMARY The Medical Assistant provides comprehensive support in a dynamic public health clinic specializing in family medicine and women's, community and environmental health. Responsible for a broad range of clinical and administrative duties to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Adheres to all federal and state regulations governing patient confidentiality, documentation standards, and professional credentials. Accurately maintains electronic health records (EHR) and ensures timely completion of all clinical and administrative responsibilities. Demonstrates strong time management skills to optimize workflow and minimize downtime. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary team members to support seamless clinic operations and enhance patient outcomes. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. ● Greets and prepares patients for clinical visits; reviews medical history, obtains and documents vital signs, administers routine immunizations, and collects blood and other specimens for laboratory testing per established protocols. ● Ensures timely and accurate completion of all documentation, including patient encounters, lab results, medical release forms, and consent documentation, in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards. ● Assists providers with a full range of family medicine and women's health procedures, including but not limited to PAP smears, colposcopies, biopsies, IUD/implant insertions and removals, endometrial biopsies, STD screenings, vasectomies, and comprehensive physical exams. ● Assists with telemedicine visits as needed and directed. ● Accurately performs and documents results for routine diagnostic procedures and point- of-care testing in the required electronic health records (EHR). These tasks include, but are not limited to, blood draws, taurine screens, and rapid CLIA waived tests. ● Clearly communicates lab and diagnostic results to providers and patients as directed, ensuring timeliness and confidentiality. ● Administers/dispenses oral and injectable medications, performs appropriate lab tests, and completes routine hearing and vision screenings according to the ordering provider, standing order, and per clinic protocol and training. ● Supports population health and quality improvement efforts by accurately entering and tracking clinical data related to patient screenings, follow-up appointments, and outcomes for chronic disease management, preventive services, and reproductive health. ● Clearly explains clinical procedures to patients and addresses basic questions in a professional and compassionate manner. ● Maintains a clean, organized and safe clinical environment, including but not limited to, sanitizing exam rooms and medical equipment, accurately labeling and preparing lab specimens for transport, completing routine inventory and stocking exam rooms. ● Coordinates care by managing medical record requests and tracking internal and external referrals, resources, and programs required for the care model. ● Maintains laboratory compliance, participates in quality assurance activities, and performs environmental lab-related tasks including, but not limited to, equipment checks, temperature logs, inventory of control materials, documentation req