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Form of workParticipate in a 6-8-week Medical Assistant training program. Take and pass NHA CCMA exam. Complete onsite training at ULP offices/clinics for an additional 6-8 weeks. Once training is completed, team members will transition into CCMA roles within ULP. Per the hiring work agreement, team members will have to work for ULP for a minimum of 24 months following completion of the program. Some essential skills that will be taught throughout this program is as follows: Obtaining a patient's medical, social, and family history Triage of patients Reviewing and reconciling medication list in EHR Showing competence in performing essential clinical duties (labs, EKG's, vital signs, etc.) Showing competence in essential non-clinical duties (referrals, scheduling, etc.) Responding timely and appropriately to job specific and assigned tasks Scheduling tests and procedures per provider orders Administering medication injections per provider order (i.e., Hepatitis A&B, PPD and flu vaccine) Ordering medication refills as indicated per provider protocol How to reports any abnormal results to provider immediately (i.e., labs, tests, procedures, etc.) How to maintain clean exam rooms Proficient use of EHR Use of AIDET and soft skills Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain patient confidentiality at all times Applicable organizational policy and procedures
QualificationsEducation: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required. Completion of a healthcare education/training program preferred.Training: Must complete entire 16-week ULP Medical Assistant Training Program.
Experience: Previous employment within a healthcare setting is preferred.
Certification: Must pass the NHA CCMA exam to graduate program. BLS through American Heart Association (required).Other: 2 letters of recommendation (1 personal and 1 professional) preferred.
Employment Type: OTHER
