Job Summary 

Centered in a clinician provider practice, this individual acts as a collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care.  Initiates patient care assessments, gathers vital signs, prepares patient and exam room for procedures, and collects specimens. Coordinates care for patients with chronic disease and manages effective care transitions for them within the continuum.  Partners with the provider care team for successful preventative care visits to reduce the severity of chronic disease and avoidable acute illness.  Provides effective clinical health coaching to assist patients with self-management of their chronic disease and life-style changes to mitigate health risk.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:

Education:  High School diploma or GED required; post-secondary education preferred, medical assistant certification preferred.

Experience:  Previous 3 years medical experience, preferably in an office/clinic setting caring for chronic disease patients.