Medical Assistant

JOB PURPOSE

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing both clinical and administrative support to ensure smooth operations in the Farm clinic.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Taking Medical Histories: Recording patient medical histories and vital signs.
•  Assisting with Examinations: Preparing patients for examination, assisting the physician during examinations.
• Performing Basic Laboratory tests: Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens.
• Performing venipunctures and other phlebotomy procedures.
• Wound Care: Dressing wounds and removing sutures or staples.
• Patient Education: Providing patient education and instructions on medications, special diets, and other physician-prescribed treatment regimens.
• Sterilizing Equipment: Ensuring all medical instruments and examination rooms are sterilized and properly maintained.
• Respond to Emergencies: Monitory partners on the farm, reacting to emergencies and getting them to the health center
• Ensure sufficient availability of all drugs in the clinic weekly/monthly/quarter
• Coordinate regular updating of services in the clinic and request for resupply of drugs when necessary.
• Provide immediate medical care and first aid to farm workers in case of injuries or illnesses
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records for all farm workers.
• Carry out other duties as required by management.

Additional Duties

• Scheduling Appointments: Managing patient appointments and follow-ups.
• Patient Check-In/Check-Out: Handling patient registration, check-in, and check-out procedures.
• Medical Records: Updating and maintaining accurate electronic and hard copies of all diagnosed partners attended to at the clinic in Soilless Farm Lab.
• Correspondence: Managing correspondence, including answering phone calls and responding to emails.
• Inventory Management: Ordering and maintaining inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
• Patient Communication: Communicating with patients regarding test results, prescriptions, and treatment plans as directed by a physician.
• Office Management: Assisting with the overall management and coordination of the office or clinic.
• Handling Financial Transactions: Processing payments and managing financial transactions.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Medical Sciences or any related field from an accredited institution.
• Valid medical license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing/Medical experience, preferably in an occupational health or emergency care setting.
• Experience in a farm or agricultural setting is a plus.