Medical Assistant

Job Announcement: HR2025:98
Position Title: Medical Assistant
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Health
Division: Health & Human Services
Immediate Supervisor: Director-Nursing
Department Director: Director-Clinical Operations
Employment Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Regular Full–Time
Mandatory Reporter: Yes
Background Check Required: Yes (data-sensitive)**
Opening Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Closing Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

Overview
In our hourly positions, we look for dedicated individuals who value respect, take pride in accountability, and embrace a culture of collaboration and excellence. As an integral part of our team, you will contribute to a positive and supportive environment where every effort is appreciated, and every role is essential. Your commitment to upholding our values and maintaining a strong work ethic will help us achieve shared success.

Primary Objectives
The Medical Assistant is a key line-level position responsible for performing both clinical and administrative tasks to support healthcare providers. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives, as assigned.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Essential Functions

• Performs Medical Assistant duties that may include working directly with Medical Director:
• Obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy, preparing and administering injections, cleaning and preparing exam rooms, maintaining and documenting in electronic health records.
• Records meeting minutes for Medical Director.
• Covers for other departments within the Health Clinic, including Employee Clinic and Native Winds, as needed.
• Maintains records of Tribal Health Clinic employee vaccines (new hires, titers, boosters).
• Performs administrative/secretarial duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology, and laboratory procedures.
• Assists QA director dashboards and QI projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification required.
• Five (5) years of employment as a Medical Assistant required.
• Experience in electronic health record software required.
• Must maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must possess certification of Mandatory Reporter Training or obtain certification during the first week of employment.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Core Competencies Required

• Absolute confidentiality, adhering to HIIPPA and the Privacy Act.
• Must have working knowledge of computers with the ability to work in a Windows environment with various software programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Ability to record information concisely and accurately.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Demonstrate proficiently in English, spelling, punctuation, and basic writing skills.
• Ability to communicate verbally in a tactful manner.
• Must be people oriented and relate well to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
• Takes accountability for performance and results.
• Open and honest communicator and follows policies and procedures.

Compensation and Benefits

• The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.
• Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following - medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and other voluntarily insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with matching, bonuses, and COLA increase.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.