Medical Assistant - allergy injection administer

The Allergy Shot Administer is a vital member of the patient care delivery team and will also perform clinical and administrative duties. The Allergy Shot Administer reports to the clinic supervisor and doctor.

Northern Arizona Allergy Group is committed to high standards with regards to patient care, ethical and business conduct, and compliance with all laws, regulations and requirements, and as such expects staff to be patient focused and able to work collaboratively and efficiently with all members of the care delivery team, including but not limited to physicians and fellow clinic staff. The Allergy Shot Administer needs to be reliable.

Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

CORE COMPETENCIES

Clinical: Gathers clinical data and documents per protocol in the patient’s chart. Supports physicians and providers with a patient encounter, including but not limited to chart prep, assisting scribing, patient education. Calls in or E-Prescribes prescriptions as ordered by the physician and maintains antigen's and allergy supplies. In accordance with established policies and procedures, prepares and administers allergy injections and performs allergy skin tests as ordered by the physician and accurately documents in the patient’s paper and EMR chart. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of allergy immunotherapy doses, side effects and potential reactions. Follows established protocols for blood borne pathogens and handling and disposing of infections or waste materials. Answers phones/responds to patient messages in a timely manner per protocol.

Administrative: "when needed"

Accurately schedules patient appointments by:Obtaining required information from patient (e.g., demos, insurance, referring physician). Verifying patient’s insurance and provider participation. Schedules tests and office visits as ordered by the physician and educates patients on what to expect and how to prepare. Completes charting in a timely manner. Maintains a clean and orderly work area and adheres to OSHA and infection control guidelines. Takes inventory and orders supplies to prevent shortages/outages. Complies with all clinic policies and procedures and accreditation agencies, OSHA, HIPAA etc.

Service Excellence: Displays sensitivity, courtesy and respect when dealing with patients, team members and the general public

Demonstrates a willingness to ensure patients’ questions are answered and their needs are addressed in a timely manner

Goes the extra mile to assist others and communicates such that the message is received as intended

SPECIALTY SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Immunotherapy: Prefer but will train the right canidate; Proficient on skin placement and reading. Proficient in how to administer the correct immunotherapy dose and when applicable, adjusts the dose per the dosage scale due to a previous patient reaction. Understands the risks and benefits associated with immunotherapy. Recognizes and responds to an allergic reaction within the department’s protocol e.g., differentiating between local and systemic reactions and when to report to/engage support from a physician. Educates patients with new start immunotherapy. Trains patients on self-administering with epipen

Other: May be assigned/trained to mix antigens in compliance with policies and procedures

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be competent in the following:

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Medication administration

Clinic procedures and procedure equipment

Infection control guidelines

Patient education

Documentation and charting

Job Requirements

Medical Assistant (MA)Possess a degree, diploma or certificate of completion from an accredited Medical Assistant training program or training in the armed services OR

A minimum of 2-year prior experience functioning as a Medical Assistant in a clinic or hospital setting

Clinical setting; exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, medical preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 36 per week

Day shift: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Weekly schedule: Monday - Thursday

Medical Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

Administer allergy injections to patients as needed

Work in a fast-paced clinic with hands on patient care

Work with patients in all age ranges (3+ years and older)

Work in a collaborative environment where teamwork is vital

Follow daily protocols associated with all aspects of patient care and medications

Front office duties to include: answering phones, checking patients in/out, collect co-pays and schedule appointments