Medical Office Assistant (Womens Health)

The Johnston County Public Health Department has a full-time Medical Office Assistant position available in the Women's Health Clinic. Can work in all Preventive Health Divisions however, priority will be in the Women's Health section, to assist with clinic setup, managing client flow, explaining clinic procedures to clients, positioning clients, weights and measurements, checking vital signs, demonstrating personal hygiene, and assuring that clients understand professional diagnosis and medication instructions. Some knowledge of the principles and practices of patient care and techniques of practical nursing. Some knowledge of common health and safety precautions in working in local health departments. Some knowledge of dental clinic operations and protocols. Ability to work with staff and patients, under supervision, as set up by departmental policies. Ability to maintain clerical records and to compile reports from these records. Ability to use sound judgment and empathy in dealing with patients. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. High school or General Educational Development diploma, completion of a one-year formal training course in medical office assisting at a community college or technical institute; or High school or General Educational Development diploma and a combination of one year of clerical and health/dental related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position may close at any time. •Please document all work history relevant to the position for which you are applying, including specific interpreting and translation tasks. Determination of qualifying for the position and salary are based on years of experience. Failure to document complete work history may affect qualification determination and salary. Electronic applications cannot be amended once submitted.

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Final candidates' subject to pre-employment background check (includes criminal and motor vehicle records).