Healthcare Assistant Jobs in Fort Fairfield, Maine

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Certified Medical Assistant (Part-time)

Galileo Co. Fort Fairfield, ME

Galileo is a team-based medical practice working to improve the quality and affordability of health care for all. Operating across 50 states, Galileo offers high-touch, data-driven, multi-specialty, longitudinal care to diverse and complex patients—on the phone, in the home, and everywhere in between. Regional and national health plans, employers, and Fortune 500 organizations trust Galileo as the leading solution to improve population health. Founded by Dr. Tom X. Lee, the healthcare pioneer behind One Medical and Epocrates, Galileo is a team of leading innovators from healthcare, technology, and human-centered design. Our mission is to apply that talent and scientific thinking to transform society by solving our largest, toughest healthcare problems, while at the same time bringing patient and provider closer.About the RoleThe Clinical Health Advocate (Certified Medical Assistant) is an integral part of our care team, owning patient relationships and quarter backing a collaborative care plan that drives meaningful impact in our patients’ lives. We’re looking for a teammate who is an innate people person, loves helping others, and has a knack for tenacious problem solving.This is a part‑time (up to 24 hours/week) hybrid role. You'll spend time in the field, traveling to see patients within Aroostook County or working from an office based in Presque Isle, with some remote work from home possibilities. This is a 50% clinical and 50% administrative role with general work hours scheduled Monday through Friday from 8am‑5pm ET.Here’s what you’ll doClinicalAt patient visits, obtain and document vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, weight, height) in the EHRPerform venipuncture and capillary blood collection for laboratory testing following proper phlebotomy protocolsCollect, process, and ready any specimens for laboratory analysisAdminister immunizations and injections (as able) and per physician orders while maintaining accurate vaccine recordsAssist providers with minor procedures and examinations as neededWhen in the Field, relay pertinent environmental advantages/disadvantages that will impact the patients well being to the care team, completing physical and social screenings as assigned by the providerEducate patients on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care as directed by providersDocument patient interactions, clinical data, and care activities accurately in the electronic health recordCarry out Pop Health care gap closures efforts and sprints as needed per payer contractEnsure proper sterilization and maintenance of medical equipmentFollow infection control protocols and maintain compliance with safety standardsBe available for field and urgent deployment within your market region even on unplanned field daysConnect folks with the various Galileo services and teams, including clinical and administrative functions.AdminBe a local “face” of Galileo, representing the organization professionally, embodying our mission, and creating meaningful, lasting relationships with all stakeholdersOwn overall empaneled patient chart management, prepping charts medically and demographically to ensure readiness and thoroughness of care can be performed smoothly and efficientlyRun-The-List in partnership as a care team to ensure all orders, care coordination and constant communication is seamless across each empaneled patients care planMaintain exam room, mobile unit and/or office cleanliness, organization, and adequate supply levelsManage inventory of clinical supplies and medications, placing orders as neededRoute inbound mail appropriately, sending patient letters or medical equipment as neededCoordinate with insurances to submit and complete prior authorizations and referralsRequest, follow up and file medical records with local hospital systems, PCPs and area HIESSubmit Pop Health documents to maximize compliance with payer contracts as neededCommunicate with patients via text, video or phone as needed for care coordination, scheduling, and reactive needsParticipate in projects and events as assigned by the Director of OperationsAbout YouYou are a creative problem solver and a compassionate provider of support. Your service mindset and deep desire to create meaningful, positive impact, drive you to build trusting relationships. Leveraging both your intrapersonal relationship skills as well as technical clinical skills, you are most fulfilled when you are improving the lives of your patients and bettering your community.We would love to hear from you if you have the following or equivalent experienceAt least 2 years clinical experience as Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical AssistantExperience with phlebotomy is a mustExperience with injections (vaccines) is preferredReliable access to personal transportationStrong people skills and the ability to connect with anyoneCreative problem-solving skills that can be leveraged to empower others and impeccable organizational skills that foster reliability and trustworthiness for colleagues and patients alikeStrong communication skills, especially the ability to translate complex ideas into simple languageA "hospitality mindset" and track record of creating memorable experiences for others, embodying a true joy in serving othersAbility to manage multiple priorities at once, maintaining tight organization and a self-starter mentalityCompensationThe hourly rate is $27/hour.How We HireGalileo Health is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Healthcare Assistant jobs in Fort Fairfield