The Community Health Aide / Medical Assistant supports patient care at Ninilchik Traditional Council Community Clinic under the supervision of the Tribal Health Director, Nurse Case Manager, Nurse Practitioner, Doctor of Osteopathy, and Medical Doctor.
This role combines community health aide and medical assistant duties in a clinic setting, including direct patient care, basic diagnostics, immunizations, specimen collection, phlebotomy, patient monitoring, emergency response, clerical support, and coordination with other providers.
The position follows Indian Health Service guidelines, NTCCC protocols, HIPAA requirements, and OSHA safety standards.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current certification as CHA, CHP, or Medical Assistant required
- Minimum Emergency Trauma Technician (ETT) certification required, though training may be provided
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire
- CPR and First Aid certification required or obtainable through provided classes
- Must pass criminal background check
- Strong computer, writing, reporting, mathematics, and record-keeping skills
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
- Understanding of health clinic operations
- Sensitive, positive, observant, responsible, and confidential demeanor
- Bloodborne pathogen and OSHA training required or obtainable through provided classes
- Willingness to travel and attend extended training as needed
- Cultural understanding of Alaska Native and American Indian communities preferred
Key Duties
- Provide primary care support during clinic hours
- Maintain confidential records and files
- Administer immunizations and injectable medications under supervision
- Perform disease control, chronic care follow-up, and health surveillance tasks
- Collect and process specimens, including phlebotomy and diagnostic coding tasks
- Assist with triage, examinations, treatments, and patient preparation
- Perform basic radiology tasks after required training
- Coordinate patient care, appointments, referrals, and emergency transports
- Maintain medication, immunization, and supply records
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid sick time
- Wellness program
- Opportunities for advancement
Location
Alaska, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago