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Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) - Primary Care

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Kaiser Permanente

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Portland

AI generated summary

  • You need a Medical Assistant certification, Basic Life Support, strong communication skills, computer literacy, ability to work under pressure, and fluency in Spanish. Prior experience in a clinical setting and National Medical Assistant Certification are preferred.
  • You will prepare patients for visits, collect data, assist with exams & procedures, provide patient education, document care in the system, and perform clinical tasks within scope of duties.

Requirements

  • Education:
  • Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
  • License, Certification, Registration
  • Basic Life Support
  • Additional Requirements:
  • Employees must be able to successfully obtain Kaiser Permanentes Medication Administration Competency Certification within 90 days of employment as a Medical Assistant.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills (Assessment required for external candidates).
  • Demonstrated communication (written and oral) skills.
  • Demonstrated literacy in using computers and keyboarding.
  • Skills in problem-solving, setting priorities and using good judgment for decisions.
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
  • Final candidate must pass pre-employment language skill assessment administered over the phone by Kaiser Permanente.
  • Upon hire, must take the next available Kaiser Permanente Qualified Bilingual Staff (QBS) training for continued employment.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • One (1) to two (2) years in a medical assistant position to assigned departments clinical area (e.g. Pediatrics, FP/IM, OB/Gyn, Surgery, Dermatology, Neurology, Cardiology, etc.) within an ambulatory care setting preferred.
  • Current National Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
  • Demonstrated clinical knowledge and procedural skills and/or documented trainings in assigned departments clinical area within the last one (1) to three (3) years preferred.
  • Familiarity in documenting in an electronic medical record system preferred.

Responsibilities

  • This description is for recruitment posting purposes only. It has not received full HR review and approval.
  • Clinical Tasks: These job tasks provide patient care & are to be performed competently, consistently, accurately & according to established regional/departmental clinical protocols, policies & procedures & standards. They are:
  • Prepares & organizes patients office visit for known reason/procedure by ensuring that all appropriate tests, clinical information (e.g. diagnostic test results, consultation reports, outside records, etc.) & order entries are ready for clinician review prior to appointment time..
  • Collects pertinent subjective (e.g. signs & symptoms, allergies, current medication, tobacco use, etc.) & objective (e.g. vital signs, height, weight, etc.) data related to patients reason for visit (i.e. chief complaint, presenting symptoms or procedure).
  • Utilizes standardized tools (e.g. PST, health maintenance alerts) to identify & address health maintenance/care gaps with patient & alerts clinician on those that require his/her attention.
  • Recognizes signs & symptoms of common medical illnesses, abnormal versus new/existing & reports to clinician. Alerts clinician on signs & symptoms requiring immediate attention & respond to directions per clinician
  • Prepares patient for actual visit/procedure prior to clinicians exam during rooming-in process.
  • Assures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms & educational materials are available & ready for use during visit/procedure. Checks equipment are in safe working order & cleans room after use.
  • Provides patient with after-visit, follow-up, self-care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials as directed by clinician.
  • Use KP HealthConnect & other information systems to document all pertinent data & outcomes of patient care according to standardized procedures & policies such as & not limited to the use of SBAR, KP HealthConnect smarttools, etc. Updates demographic or historical clinical data gathered in the electronic medical record.
  • Clinical Procedures: Performs diagnostic tests, therapies & procedures within scope of authorized duties competently & with maintenance of proficiency according to: a) specific department standards on core clinical tasks (see departments list of core skills); b) application of knowledge & skills appropriate to developmental age of patient;; & c) established policies such as & not limited to patient safety, aseptic & sterile techniques & infection control. Examples of categories of clinical tasks are as follows:
  • Screening tests - e.g. vital signs, vision, hearing, developmental, LOPS, pain, etc.
  • Diagnostic tests - e.g. urine dips, spirometry/peak flow, bladder scan, finger sticks for glucose, O2 saturation rate, etc.
  • Medication administration via oral, topical, otic, rectal, vaginal, IM, SubQ, intradermal, ophthalmic, inhalation & nasal routes
  • Wound care - e.g. routine dressing changes, staple/suture removal, cleansing/flushing of wounds
  • Application and/or removal of orthopedic appliances & other devices - e.g. splints, slings, orthotics, cast, crutch mgmt, anti-embolic stockings measurement, procedural safety restraints, etc.
  • Minor surgical procedures assist - e.g. biopsies, excisions, insertion of devices, D & C, etc.
  • Medical procedures assist - e,g. PAP, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, colposcopies, joint aspirations, etc.
  • Lab specimens collection & labeling - e.g. nose, throat, wound, application of U-bag, etc.
  • Irrigations - e.g. eye, ear
  • Instrument/equipment set-up, cleaning & processing (sterile & non-sterile) - e.g. scopes, cryogun, O2 tank, procedural trays, etc.
  • Ambulate/transfer of patient using lift equipment.
  • This job description is not all encompassing.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) in a Primary Care setting?

The main responsibilities of a Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) in a Primary Care setting include providing clinical and administrative support to clinicians, delivering quality and customer-focused health care to patients, engaging in both direct and indirect patient care activities, and working collaboratively with the health care team to offer a variety of health care services.

What skills are required for this position?

Skills required for the position of a Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) in Primary Care include competent observational, clinical, critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is also a must for this role.

Who does a Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) report to in this position?

A Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) in Primary Care typically reports to the designated manager or supervisor of the health care team. They also work under the clinical supervision of the clinician for patient care activities.

What is the work environment like for a Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) in Primary Care?

The work environment for a Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) in Primary Care is fast-paced, dynamic, and patient-focused. They are expected to contribute to a positive care experience while meeting the diverse needs of patients from various Spanish-speaking backgrounds.

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