Medical Assistant

Description

About SoHum Health:

At SoHum Health, our mission is to provide high-quality local medical services and engage community members in education and lifestyle opportunities to promote optimal health and wellness. As the sole provider of emergency, acute, radiology, skilled nursing, pharmacy, and various other health services in our expansive rural region, we play a unique role as a hub and trusted partner for the patients we serve. Guided by our core values of caring, quality, teamwork, and positivity, we strive daily to improve the health of our underserved community.

Position Overview: 

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a dependable strong work ethic, a strong sense of teamwork, is a self-starter, has a desire to continue to learn to new thins and a passion for providing high-quality patient care. This position requires a combination of administrative and clinical duties, making it a vital role in our organization. 

Essential Functions and Competencies: 

Clinical Duties:

• Recording patient medical history and personal information.
• Measuring vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
• Perform procedures under the supervision of physician or other health practitioners within the scope of practice.
• Assisting healthcare providers during examinations.
• Explaining treatment procedures to patients.
• Administering medications or injections as directed by the physician.
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens.
• Performing basic laboratory tests.

Communication and Patient Education:

• Answering phone calls and providing information to patients.
• Communicating with patients and their families to ensure understanding of medical instructions.
• Providing patient education on medications, diet, and lifestyle changes.
• Offering emotional support to patients.

Compliance and Recordkeeping:

• Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and policies.
• Maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
• In-depth knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Keeping up-to-date with any changes or updates to HIPAA requirements.
• Updating and organizing medical records.

Technology Skills:

• Using electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical software for documentation.
• Operating medical equipment as needed.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals for patient care.
• Participating in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Valuing the contributions of others in a team.
• Working collaboratively towards common goals.

Adaptability and Multitasking:

• Handling a variety of tasks efficiently and adapting to changing priorities.
• Managing time effectively to balance clinical and administrative responsibilities.

Professionalism:

• Demonstrating professionalism in interactions with patients, colleagues, and other staff members.

Cultural Sensitivity:

• Respecting and appreciating cultural diversity.
• Avoiding judgment based on cultural differences.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

High school graduate or equivalent

BLS Certification

Preferred Education and Experience

Certified Medical Assistant license, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) license, or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license preferred. 

Injection certification preferred.

Previous experience in the medical field.