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Hennepin County Medical Assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Hennepin County Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) is seeking a Medical Assistants (MA) to work in shelter-based clinics, who has an interest in and experience working with a diverse population in a clinic setting. This position will provide clinical support services to clients who are experiencing homelessness and will be cross trained to help staff other clinics in Public Health Clinical Services. The MA position will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that provides primary care, care coordination, and acute care services to a wide variety of clients. Effective December 31, 2023, there will be a general salary adjustment of 2.5% to the minimum and maximum of the range. Hennepin Healthcare for the Homeless (HCH) is a respected leader in providing care to a diverse marginalized client base who are experiencing health disparities. The mission of HCH is to reduce health disparities, increase access, and promote health across communities with specialized services that value evidence-based, client-centered care to create empowered and healthy communities. Location and hours: This position is on-site at the Health Care for the Homeless clinic at 525 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404 and requires travel between clinic locations throughout Hennepin County. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. This position will also require working one evening shift per week. No overnight or holiday shifts are required. Based on current requirements hires must live in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. In this position, you will: Interview clients presenting for care; take vital signs and complete required documentation within the Epic system. Assist nurse practitioners and medical staff with exams and treatments; administer immunizations, draw blood, and maintain vaccine inventory and storage. Perform limited lab tests, such as urine or sputum sample collection; assist in maintaining lab documentation, perform laboratory proficiency tests, and prepare lab specimens for transport. Manage inventory and stock medications and supplies; assist with packing, stocking, and transport of supplies within the clinics. Perform clean up after medical exams; maintain aseptic environment according to cleaning policies and schedules and clean and maintain clinical equipment including instruments, refrigerators, cabinets, and counter surfaces. Schedule follow up appointments with clients utilizing Epic, the clinic's electronic health record system. Public video/link: https://youtu.be/KgakMQ4qTJA Website to apply: Medical Assistant | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com) Opening Date: 12/18/2023 Closing Date: Continuous HR.ServiceCenter@hennepin.us PHN: 612-348-7855