Certified Medical Assistant/Community Health Worker chez Bowen Health

The Community Health Worker provides outpatient medical assisting services to patients and conducts assessment and referral services to determine the need for services such as care management, appropriate services, or referrals to external resources based on identified needs/concerns, facilitate communication and coordination of services between patients, providers and programs and assist patients in overcoming barriers at the Bowen Health locations as assigned. The individual is responsible for assisting Physicians, Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurses, and Behavioral Health Consultants with delegated responsibilities. Travel between Bowen Health locations may be required. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist physician/nurse practitioner with various clinic duties as assigned, including answering phone calls, assembling medication education materials, and managing the referral process.
• Obtain and enter vital signs and other clinical data in patient record with complete accuracy.
• Prepare patient charts/information for medical appointments to ensure accurate and comprehensive charting.
• Track and coordinate data pertinent to patients' care (ie. Medication assistance and sample medications, drug utilization evaluations, etc.).
• Complete prior authorizations for medications and referrals as needed.
• Continue to further education by attending continuing education and training courses for continued certification.
• Review all outpatient medication storage and administration locations for monthly pharmacy review requirements.
• Use standard precautions and OSHA guidelines in the disposal of medical waste.
• Complete and submit billing documents.
• Track and log equipment maintenance documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrates commitment to and practices in line with Bowen Health’s core values which are: respect, integrity, mission and stewardship.
• Knowledgeable on basic medical skills, including obtaining vital signs, medication reconciliation, and administration of oral and injectable medications.
• Demonstrate outreach and networking skills to bring services to underserved communities.
• Provide quality patient care and customer service.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistant.
• Certificate or Professional License: Certification in Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
• Experience: Certification and minimum of one (1) year experience in a medical office setting.
• Valid driver’s license and active liability insurance.
• Satisfactory results from criminal and driving record background checks.

->As a State-Of-the-Art Healthcare Organization and a Federal Contractor Agency – we require all individuals who join Team Bowen to receive a flu shot and TB test to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. There are options for exemption applications, but approval is not always guaranteed. 

Promise of Equal Opportunity and Fostering a Fair and Respectful Workplace: 

Bowen Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful workplace. We comply with all applicable laws, including the ADA and OSHA regulations, and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Safety is a priority for all employees. 

Bowen Health prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected statuses. Bowen Health is dedicated to creating opportunities for all employees to thrive and support our mission of compassionate care.