Medical Assistant - Full-time

Under the direction of a nurse, assists with assessments, treatments and the overall care of the participants. Demonstrates proficiency in administering personal and professional healthcare services in a respectful manner, with the goal of assisting frail elders to remain living in the community for as long as they may do so safely. The position is full time Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm with no weekend or holiday hours.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the center doctors, nurse practitioners and nurses with minor office procedures.
• Renders participant care within the scope of their training.
• Performs phlebotomy procedures: finger stick blood sugars; PT/INR; etc.
• Performs EKG’s, urine dips, stools for occult blood.
• Assists with treatments, collection of specimens, oxygen use and vital sign monitoring, as directed by the primary nurse.
• Reports medical complaints, changes in physical, cognitive or functional status, and daily absences in the ADH to the primary nurse.
• Provides verbal updates or written documentation of all treatments.
• Restocks supplies for medical exam rooms, bathrooms, kitchen and supply closets. Changes beds in the quiet room. Does laundry daily.
• Relates well to participants. Anticipates their needs and encourages independence.
• Serves as van monitor to and from center, medical appointments, hospital testing, and for errands as needed.
• May be asked to support on the dayroom floor with lunch and activities
• Attends daily staff meetings and team meetings to share information and participate in developing participants’ care plans.
• Interacts with participants, caregivers, other health care providers and community professionals in a courteous and professional manner.
• Schedules physicals and follow up appointments for IDT members as directed
• Ability to pass a fit test. Position requires mask where seal is critical. Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight seal of the respirator.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Medical Assistant Certificate in Massachusetts or at least two years’ experience as a phlebotomist.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with a geriatric population
• Computer experience and experience working with an EMR
• Ability to convey information clearly and succinctly with all employees, so that relevant information is communicated appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and to be able to work well with others.
• Ability to work within a team concept and to be considerate of co-workers and colleagues.
• Ability to pay attention to detail, to be a self-starter, and to complete tasks on time.

Ability to be able to quickly recognize situations/problems before they become acute, and to be able to implement effective solutions and understand consequences.

Covid vaccine required.

EEO Statement

Element Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Element Care is committed to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.