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    Public Health Aide - San Antonio, United States - City Of San Antonio, TX

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    Job Summary


    Under immediate supervision, is responsible for assisting theprofessional medical staff in one or more of the clinics or othermedical operations of the Metropolitan Health Department.

    Prepares andmaintains patient records; schedules patient appointments; inventoriesand orders supplies; and assists professional medical staff inconducting physical examinations as needed.

    Working conditions areprimarily in an office environment. Exercises no supervision.


    This position is a "grant funded" position, therefore unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.

    This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.


    The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases.

    Employees in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.


    The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD)is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted.

    PerSAMHD Policy DM15.1, all employees are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

    Work Location

    Various WIC Clinics

    Work Hours

    7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

    7:45 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Tuesday

    7:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., Friday

    7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m., 2nd Saturday each month

    Essential Job Functions


    • Schedules patient appointments.
    • Maintains patient medical files and records.
    • Inventories and orders office and medical supplies.
    • Greets patients and visitors to clinics and other assigned medical operations.
    • Assists professional medical staff in conducting physical examinations and other medical procedures as needed.
    • Maintains records on specimens and samples sent for laboratory analysis.
    • Records information in patient medical files at the direction of professional medical staff.
    • Types correspondence requested by physicians and nurses.
    • Orders office and medical supplies for clinic.
    • Maintains close contact with Workers' Compensation Coordinator and keeps informed on current status of patients.
    • Performs simple procedures not requiring professional expertise, medical and/or health experience.
    • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
    Job Requirements


    • High School Diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
    • Six (6) months of medical office, program intake, Nurse Aide, Medical Assistant, or other directly related medical experience.
    • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
    • Any applicant selected for this position must have a background check completed with results satisfactory to the City of San Antonio and successfully complete the City of San Antonio's Cash-Handling Certification Training.
    Preferred Qualifications


    • Training as amedical assistant or other directly related medical experience is highly
    desirable.

    • 1 year of experience working in medical office and/or medical assistant.
    • Bilingual in English & Spanish.
    Applicant Information


    • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
    • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
    • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
    • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


    • Knowledge of medical office procedures and practices.
    • Knowledge of medical terminology.
    • Knowledge of the procedures used in the maintenance of medical files.
    • Knowledge of patient scheduling procedures and routines.
    • Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
    • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
    • Ability to perform routine patient intake and basic nursing procedures.
    • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
    • Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

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