Medical Assistance Apprentice Initiative
- Job Title
- Medical Assistance Apprentice Initiative
- Job ID
- 27745646
- Location
- Rocky Mount, NC, 27802
- Other Location
- Description
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JOB TITLE: Medical Assistance Apprentice Initiative
DEPARTMENT: Integrated Health Services
FLSA: Non-Exempt; hourly
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Medical Assistance Apprentice Initiative program will prepare individuals to become Certified Medical Assistants. Apprentices are expected to work full-time in the clinic and log 2000 hours of on-the-job (OTJ) training over 12 months. All clinical skills will be taught hands-on through 1:1 coaching. Apprentices are also required to complete 200 hours of online didactic training that may include a combination of online instruction, educational readings, videos, quizzes, projects, and more. The online component is typically completed in the evenings and/or on weekends.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Greet patients and escort them to exam rooms; inform patients of time delays throughout visits.
- Prepare patients for providers and anticipate the needs of providers to maintain efficient patient flow.
- Perform vital signs and other patient procedures, exams, patient education, etc.
- Accurately document all aspects of patient encounters.
- Perform phlebotomy and laboratory procedures as directed by the provider.
- Perform and document injections and immunizations.
- Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
- Clean, prepare, and sterilize instruments.
- Obtain prescription refills under the direction and authorization of the provider.
- Manage internal and external referrals and required documentation.
- Observe and follow required safety protocols, including handling and disposal of sharps, use of personal protective equipment, exposure to blood-borne pathogens, and general safety of employees and patients.
- Answer telephones, schedule patients, and support care team members.
- Navigate care throughout the encounter process.
- Protect patient privacy and always comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Participate in quality improvement activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Enrollment with a participating Federally Qualified Health Center in the Medical Assistance Apprenticeship Initiative sponsored by the North Carolina Community Health Center Association.
Current CPR/BLS certification is required but can be administered by OIC.
SKILLS/ABILITIES: Maintain confidentiality; Good computer skills; Well-organized with good oral and written communication skills.
COMPENSATION- First 500 hours of clinical training at $14.00/hour (i.e., a maximum of $7,000 for the first 500 hours of clinical training)
- Second 500 hours of clinical training at $14.75/hour (i.e., a maximum of $7,375 for the second 500 hours of clinical training)
- Final 1,000 hours of clinical training at $15.25/hour (i.e., a maximum of $15,250 for the final 1,000 hours of clinical training)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
OIC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. OIC, Inc. offers equal opportunities to applicants and employees and makes all employment-related decisions based exclusively on job-related qualifications, without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation and/or any other status protected by law.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
OIC, Inc. is committed to valuing all people throughout our organization, regardless of background, lifestyle, and culture. A diverse and inclusive work environment for staff and culturally appropriate care for our patients is essential to fulfilling OIC, Inc.’s vision and goals.
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Send Resumes to hrinfo@oicone.org
Due to the volume of applications received, please do not contact the OIC Human Resources Department to check the status of an application, as we will be unable to provide this information over the phone. All applicants will be reviewed and those deemed most qualified will be contacted for an interview.
Thank you for your interest in employment with OIC, Inc.
- Pay Range
- $14.00 Hourly to $15.25 Hourly
