Medical Assistant, Street Medicine

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $23/hr

The Street Medicine Medical Assistant is a vital member of the Street Medicine Team in delivering equitable, quality, and compassionate healthcare to sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness in the setting of their choice. The Medical Assistant supports the delivery of clinical care by assisting providers, performing phlebotomy, and managing medical supplies to ensure the teams outreach efforts are effective and efficient.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Support:

• Phlebotomy: Perform blood draws with expertise and care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Vital Signs: Measure and document patient vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate.
• Patient Interaction: Assist with patient intake, including gathering medical history, updating records, and addressing initial questions or concerns.
• Specimen Handling: Process, label, and store specimens for lab analysis according to proper protocols.
• Medical Procedures: Assist providers with basic medical procedures, wound care, and other treatments during outreach activities.
• Patient Education: Provide instructions and education to patients on prescribed treatments, preventative care, and follow-up steps.
• Lab Follow-Up: Contact patients to provide information on lab results, coordinate follow-up care, and address provider recommendations.

Operational Support:

• Equipment and Supplies: Maintain and organize medical equipment and supplies within the mobile clinic and outreach settings. Restock supplies as needed to ensure the team is prepared for every outreach session.
• Documentation: Record patient information accurately in electronic or paper records while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Coordination: Collaborate with the Street Medicine team to anticipate and address clinical and operational needs during outreach efforts.
• Sanitation: Ensure cleanliness and sterility of medical equipment and workspace in mobile clinic settings.
• Patient Scheduling: Add patients to the schedule, ensuring timely access to follow-up care and prioritizing urgent cases.
• Enhanced Care Management: Assistance to ECM case managers to complete ECM enrollments and follow ups

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Phlebotomy experience
• Knowledge of infection control practices and medical terminology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on compassionate care for vulnerable populations.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in dynamic and diverse environments, including urban areas and outdoor settings.
• Physical ability to lift and transport medical equipment (up to 50 lbs) and stand for extended periods during outreach activities.