Medical Assistant/CPSP

Job Description
Job title
Medical Assistant/CPSP
Reports to
Clinic Supervisor
Department:
Mira Mesa: 10737 Camino Ruiz, San Diego, CA 92126
Status:
Full-time non-exempt
Operation Samahan Mission
Building Healthier and Happier Communities Together
Operation Samahan Inc . (OSI) is a federally qualified community health center that emerged over forty years ago. The agency serves low-income families and individuals in the County of San Diego in two (2) strategic areas with a high density of Filipinos/Asians and other low-income, uninsured individuals: National City (Southern San Diego County) and Mira Mesa (North Central San Diego).
JOB PURPOSE
The Medical Assistant/CPSP provides vital clinical and administrative support to ensure efficient clinic operations and quality patient care. In addition to standard Medical Assistant duties such as patient preparation, vitals, and basic procedures, this role also includes responsibilities specific to the Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP). These include conducting client orientations, leading prenatal and parenting education, and assisting with assessments and case coordination. The position works closely with medical providers to deliver comprehensive care and support for patients, particularly in prenatal and postpartum health, while fostering a positive, team-oriented clinic environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administration:

• Responsible for preliminary preparation of health center, including exam room, medical supply, and equipment inventory.
• Keep exam rooms clean according to clinic Infection Control Protocol.
• Sterilize instruments as needed.
• Screen patients for vital signs, chief complaints, allergies, lab requests, smoking status, Behavioral Health, medications, and family, social, and medical history as part of intake.
• Prepare rooms and instruct patients regarding specifically indicated medical procedures.
• Perform EKG's, administer injections, and assist with medical exams as needed.
• Documents injections in government websites, e.g. SD112 San Diego Immunization Registry.
• With Laboratory Technician's permission and supervision, perform lab procedures, including venipuncture and blood withdrawal, HCT, urines, and cultures.
• Administer standing orders as they pertain to patient concerns.
• Checking documents and monitoring vaccine refrigerator and freezer temperatures twice a day (AM/PM) and reporting out of range temperatures to supervisor or vaccine coordinator.
• Interpret for patient and physician as needed.
• Assist with follow-up for all patients, with supervision from R.N.
• Scan the necessary lab, x-ray, emergency room forms, or other important documents within the medical chart for the physician to be evaluated during the examination.
• Check paperwork in charts and encounter forms for completeness and accuracy. Keep accurate records.
• Participate in in-service training as requested by Clinic Manager.
• Assist in all areas of the clinic as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist in patient discharge from clinic and discharge instruction.
• Work as a member of the medical team, and assist other members of the team as deemed appropriate by the Clinician or Clinic Manager.
• Key data into computer to maintain office records, patient records, make appointments for follow-up and make referrals to specialist.
• Assist to provide patient encounter responsibility at front office as needed.
• Translate between the physician and the patient by explaining diets treatments or special instructions to be followed by the patient. Translations must be verbatim to what has been stated by the physician, unless instructed otherwise.
• Call no-show appointments and re-schedules the appointment and documents on CH.
• May rotate or be assigned to other areas in the clinic as needed at the discretion of the clinic manager.
• Utilize the Primary Care Medical Home model to provide coordinated Team Care that addresses current diseases and provides panel management for preventative and health maintenance follow-up for the maximum number of patients per day.
• Medical Assistants must be available to rotate Saturday shifts with their colleagues, as applicable.

CPSP Responsibilities

• Perform client orientation into the CPSP Program.
• Assist in educational classes and videos.
• Perform patient assessments, reassessments, interventions and follow-up services in: Obstetrics, Nutrition, Psychosocial services and Health Education.
• Acts as a community service liaison.
• Assists with individual case coordination and case management.
• Consults with licensed staff such as MD or NP for dispensing of Prenatal Vitamins.
• Assists patients with forms such as WIC and Disability.
• Leads Prenatal and Parenting Education, individual and group sessions.
• Assists with referrals to outside organizations such as WIC, genetic screening and dental.
• Perform patient CPSP orientation: services provided, OB staff, program adherence and qualifications.
• Participates in Off-Site clinics as required.
• Maintains CPR Certificate and a valid California driver's license with vehicle insurance.
• Develops individual care plans and evaluates quality of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• The ideal candidate will embrace our mission to provide high quality health care to patients of all ages, possess excellent communication and problem solving skills, and be familiar with medical terminology and community health care resources.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have a high level of organizational skills.
• CPSP Certificate
• Ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with a variety of people.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with staff, Board members, vendors, medical providers, and members of the general public.
• Complete many different duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Must be able to work under stress when confronted with critical or unusual situations.
• Must be able to follow instructions explicitly.
• Demonstrate ability to exercise analytic ability.
• Ability to demonstrate lab safety and aseptic techniques.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Annual Requirements, Licensure, and Certifications

• Medical Assistant Certification.
• Current CPR Certification.
• CPSP Certificate
• Have reliable transportation; clean driving record, and car insurance as required by the state.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Normal office and health center environment.
• Move throughout the clinic and community.
• Repetitive hand movement, use and view PC. Use fax, telephone, and copier.
• Sits or stand for long period of time, reach, bend, climb, stoop, and lift up to 25lb.
• Read and write, verbal and written communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Prioritize, meet deadlines, and use sound judgment.

OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.