Medical Assistant/LPN/RN - Southwest Montana Community Health Center

Dillon, MT 59725

About the Job

Medical Assistant, LPN, or RN

FLSA Non-exempt
36-40 hours per week (we can accommodate a 4 or 5 day workweek)
Wage DOE

Urgently hiring for MA, LPN, or RN! The position will be posted until filled.

MA Position Summary, if applying to this position:

Under the general direction of the Chief Operations Officer, a Medical Assistant Staff (MA) member is responsible for supporting care teams and patients as assigned. The MA will be directed by provider teams and will be clinically supervised by the Chief Operations Officer (COO).

MA Position Requirements:
Education:

Completion or ability to complete a medical assistant training program required
Current CMA or RMA certificate preferred, willing to train the right person with a strong work ethic, prior healthcare experience, and a desire to help deliver quality primary healthcare to everyone.
Prior experience is preferred, Prior experience with EPIC is helpful.

Clinic Nurse (LPN or RN) Position Summary, if applying for this position:

Under the general direction of the Lead Nurse, the Clinic Nurse provides nursing services to members of the community who seek services at the SWITCH.
The Clinic Nurse will provide these services by working and collaborating with the entire healthcare team at the SWITCH. This team includes providers, pharmacy staff, medical assistants, case management, behavioral health, all clerical, financial, and medical records staff, and all supervisors.
The Clinic Nurse will perform patient care duties in collaboration with the health care team (the medical provider is the team leader).
The Clinic Nurse provides skilled, comprehensive nursing care and implements health care plans for the patients and families to meet patient/family needs.

Clinic Nurse LPN or RN Position Requirements:

Must hold valid MT license for LPN or RN.
Minimum one year experience preferred in an acute or ambulatory care environment.
Demonstrated ability to problem solve.
As defined by Nursing Competencies has the following demonstrated abilities:
Ability to work both independently and interdependently.
Excellent customer service skills.
Demonstrated effective communication skills.
Flexibility in working in a team setting.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Supervision: These positions have no supervisory responsibilities.

Immediate Supervisor: Lead Nurse; in their absence, COO

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

Based on the needs of the organization, some positions require a set schedule, others require flexibility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or bend. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 25 pounds; Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work is scheduled and performed during clinic hours of M-F 8 am-5 pm.

OSHA Classification I: Normal work routine involves potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood and/or body fluids; use of appropriate protective measures is required.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

About Southwest Montana Community Health Center:

Southwest Montana Community Health Center is a mission-driven, non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). FQHCs are community-based healthcare providers that receive funding from the Federal government to provide comprehensive primary care services in underserved areas. FQHCs provide care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay, and offer a sliding fee discount based on income. FQHCs must meet certain requirements to receive funding, such as providing services to medically underserved areas or populations, offering a comprehensive set of primary care services, and having a governing board that includes patients.Southwest Montana Community Health Center is a recognized National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). PCMH designation is gained by meeting certain standards set by the NCQA. These standards include providing comprehensive, coordinated care, using evidence-based practices, and engaging patients in their care. Community health centers that receive PCMH designation are recognized for providing high-quality, patient-centered care that improves health outcomes and reduces costs. PCMH is our model of primary care that emphasizes care coordination, communication, and patient engagement to improve the quality of care and patient outcomes. The PCMH model encourages providers to work as a team to coordinate and manage care for patients, provide timely access to care, and use evidence-based practices to improve outcomes. The PCMH model also emphasizes the importance of patient engagement, providing patients with the tools and resources they need to take an active role in their own health care.We opened our doors in 1986 under the name Butte-Silver Bow Primary Healthcare Clinic Inc. Our main clinic is in Butte, Montana, and we have locations in Dillon and Anaconda, Montana. We offer medical, dental, behavioral health, care management, pharmacy, and clinical pharmacy services to everyone. We accept most insurances and private-pay clients, as well as uninsured or underinsured clients. Our passion is to ensure that healthcare remains accessible and affordable to everyone.Our clinics care for more than 13,000 patients annually and employs more than 150 people in our various locations.

Source : Southwest Montana Community Health Center