Clinical Assistant 3 - Vintage Park

Pay Range:$25.00 - $33.71

General Description: The Clinical Assistant 3 holds advanced medical knowledge, experience, and leadership responsibilities, fulfilling all duties of a Clinical Assistant 2 plus additional tasks due to extra training and certifications.

Clinical Assistant 3 supports patients of all ages in ambulatory care clinics, helping maintain efficient operations and patient flow. Responsibilities include administering basic clinical care, handling administrative and data management tasks, and recording patient history and information in charts.

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it's a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

Shift Details

• M-F 8-5

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

• Accurately collect and document information in patient chart. Keeps patient records in order with all forms properly identified; copies and compiles other medical data as needed. Assures patient medication and immunization records are current. Recognizes signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention and acts appropriately. Demonstrates ability to smoothly manage patient care duties while maintaining clinic flow. Report, and when appropriate, record any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patients, unusual incidents or breeches in safety. Observe patients to ensure children, elderly, or impaired patients who require observation or assistance have someone in attendance. Set up equipment and supplies for routine exams and minor procedures.
• Assist Provider as directed and trained within the scope of practice. Documentation of initial and ongoing training will be on file and updated annually. Assist clinic nurse as needed. Provide immunizations, injections as ordered by Provider. Prepare patient for and assist with procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries. Provide specimen collection for Point of Care Testing (POCT). Follows protocol for collecting, labeling and transporting specimens.
• Assist provider in identifying patients overdue for immunizations and preventative health maintenance including routine, urgent and emergent appointments with appropriate provider and clinic.

Other Functions

• CA 3 relies on extensive medical knowledge, experience in medical records, and sound judgment. The role involves frequent exposure to illness and large patient volumes, requiring efficient multitasking, clear communication with diverse staff, and attention to detail for accurate data collection and regulatory compliance. CA 3 must quickly identify symptoms needing urgent attention and deliver compassionate care to patients in varying health conditions.

Additional Details:

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• High school diploma or GED - required.

• Certified Medical Assistant Certification - required.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification - required.

• Clinical Competency completed within 3 months of hire and every 3 years -- required.

Minimum Experience Required

Meets two of the following:

• Holds official leadership position in clinic

• Vaccine coordinator role

• Preceptor status

• Employed with SEARHC >2 years

• Obtains and maintains additional professional certifications such as CHAP, Certified Medical Administrative Assistant, Instructor certification

• Additional leadership role or clinical responsibility as identified by supervisor

Knowledge of:

• Clinic procedures for receiving and following through on a patient visit and any related clinic treatments, procedures.

• Age-appropriate vital signs and behaviors.

• HIPAA and SEARHC Policies.

Skills in:

• Communication and use of customer service skills.

• Computer application skills sufficient to utilize medical databases in a competent manner.

• Ability to operate medical equipment including blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter, EKG machine, etc.

Ability to:

• Learn and use various EMR systems and accurately record patient data.

• Communicate and interact with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Recognize and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

Position Information:

Work Shift:OT 8/40

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!