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Form of workCurrent employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$24.53 - $30.04 Hourly
Department:
Health Department
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
The Medical Assistant- Mobile Clinic Vanwill work collaboratively with an integrated care team in a Mobile Clinic setting to provide medical and dental services to houseless and migrant/seasonal farmworker populations. This Medical Assistant is responsible for administrative and clinical support in the form of reception duties, medical/dental assistant duties, assisting a Dental Hygienist, and care coordination duties shared with a multidisciplinary team. This position helps create a culture of respect, trust, and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community.
*This is an Open Until Filled position*
Schedule:
During the Training period-
Once Mobile Clinic is functional-
As the Medical Assistant - Mobile Clinic Van, duties will include:
Medical and Dental Support
Reception Duties and Care Coordination
Operation Setup and Driver Functions
*As the mobile program matures, you will need to go through internal training to be dental radiology certified*
Required Professional Licensures and Certifications:-
Preferred Qualifications:-
Diversity and Inclusion:At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee, you will create a work culture of respect, trust, and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:
Other: Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military), or life experiences that are relevant to this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING & EVALUATION:
REQUIRED:
The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below.
**Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application**
1) An application/ resume demonstrating you meet the minimum qualifications; AND
2) Copy of Medical Assistant Certification.You can attach this to your application while applying in Workday, or you can text a picture/screenshot of the certification to the work cell at 971-500-1714
3) CPR certification is required (valid CPR certification must be provided upon hire).
Optional:
A Cover Letter addressing the following:
Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption as a qualification of employment.
The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This is a represented position and is eligible for overtime.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Sheetal Sarawat
Email:
sheetal.sarawat@multco.us
Phone:
+1 (971) 5001714
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
6012 - Medical Assistant
Pay Range:
$24.53 - $30.04 Hourly
Department:
Health Department
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
The Medical Assistant- Mobile Clinic Vanwill work collaboratively with an integrated care team in a Mobile Clinic setting to provide medical and dental services to houseless and migrant/seasonal farmworker populations. This Medical Assistant is responsible for administrative and clinical support in the form of reception duties, medical/dental assistant duties, assisting a Dental Hygienist, and care coordination duties shared with a multidisciplinary team. This position helps create a culture of respect, trust, and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community.
*This is an Open Until Filled position*
Schedule:
During the Training period-
- Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
Once Mobile Clinic is functional-
- 4 days a week, 10 hours/day, with 2 late days and 2 early days.
- Mondays and Tuesdays - late days, 9:30 am - 8:00 pm
- Wednesdays and Thursdays - early days, 7:30 am - 6 pm
As the Medical Assistant - Mobile Clinic Van, duties will include:
Medical and Dental Support
- Monitors exam spaces, provides reusable equipment sterilization and surface disinfection with appropriate documentation, orders, and stocks medical supplies.
- Monitors vaccine inventory, storage, and order.
- Supports back office clinic flow on behalf of patients.
- Assists dental providers with chairside support for efficient dental care to patients.
- Rooms patient for visits.
- Forecasts and administers immunizations and approved injections.
- Performs phlebotomy and venipuncture.
Reception Duties and Care Coordination
- Maintains patient charts and medical records.
- Verifies eligibility for insurance assistance or sliding fee scale.
- Returns calls/messages to patients to resolve or to obtain more information
- Communicates normal lab results.
Operation Setup and Driver Functions
- Secures equipment and supplies for transport.
- Ability to drive 38' RV mobile medical unit to identified community partners/locations on a regular or fill-in basis. We are focused on responsible and safe driving practices for mobile RVs. Most of the staff on the mobile van will be asked to drive when needed.
*As the mobile program matures, you will need to go through internal training to be dental radiology certified*
Required Professional Licensures and Certifications:-
- BLS CPR Certification
- Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, RMA, NCMA, or CCMA)
- Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications:-
- Preferred: Spanish/English language skills
Diversity and Inclusion:At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee, you will create a work culture of respect, trust, and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:
- Education/Experience/Training: Requires graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
- Certification:Certification through a nationally recognizedMedical Assistant certification program, such as AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or CCMA, is required.
- CPR certification is required (valid CPR certification must be provided upon hire)
Other: Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military), or life experiences that are relevant to this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING & EVALUATION:
REQUIRED:
The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below.
**Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application**
1) An application/ resume demonstrating you meet the minimum qualifications; AND
2) Copy of Medical Assistant Certification.You can attach this to your application while applying in Workday, or you can text a picture/screenshot of the certification to the work cell at 971-500-1714
3) CPR certification is required (valid CPR certification must be provided upon hire).
Optional:
A Cover Letter addressing the following:
- Demonstrate your leadership experience in a multicultural and diverse team; and
- How do you meet the qualifications for this position; and
- Why are you interested in the position
Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
- Initial review of application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application, your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.
- Phone screen
- Oral exam
- Consideration of top candidates
- Background, reference, and education checks
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption as a qualification of employment.
The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This is a represented position and is eligible for overtime.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Sheetal Sarawat
Email:
sheetal.sarawat@multco.us
Phone:
+1 (971) 5001714
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
6012 - Medical Assistant
