Job Title: Medical Assistant
Department: Health
Reports to: Clinic Manager / Medical Director
Salary Level: $21.15 to $29.61 per hour / ($43,992 to $61,589) Annually
Status: Non-Exempt
Level: B25
Opens: October 21, 2025
Closes: Until Filled
TO APPLY: Please submit LTBB Application Form, Resume, and Cover Letter by Email to [email protected] or via Fax, Mail, or In Person at our Human Resources office.
LTBB Application Form: https://ltbbodawa-nsn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Employment-Application.pdf
HR Contact Info: https://ltbbodawa-nsn.gov/departments/human-resources-department/job-opportunities/
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SUMMARY: Provide excellent, high-quality care to LTBB Clinic patients. Perform and assist with clinical procedures, maintain equipment, perform laboratory procedures, provide direct patient care, and cover clinic front desk duties as assigned by the clinic manager or medical director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work as part of a team to provide excellent patient care to patients and fellow employees, and represent the LTBB Health Department in a professional, positive manner.
- Perform selected clinical duties.
- Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs.
- Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
- Give injections, apply casts, splints, and dressings, draw labs, and complete testing as ordered by providers.
- Use RPMS/EHR to review the patient chart and to enter information into the patient chart.
- Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatment, including sterilization.
- Assist the physician in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.
- Assist with scheduling tests and treatments.
- Provide general information on department policies and procedures.
- Maintain patient files, records, and other information.
- Assist in front desk duties, such as answering phones, triage, scheduling appointments, and medical records, as requested by the clinic manager.
- Compile and condense technical and statistical data for reports and records.
- Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
- Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
- Other duties assigned within the scope of the position.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated competence in the medical assistant role in a health clinic for a minimum of three years is required. Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant education program or equivalent healthcare education is preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures. Must have knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care, and common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. A positive job history, as evidenced by references, is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Must be able to work in a team environment utilizing professional communication skills and a positive attitude. Must be able to follow employee policies and be reliable. Must be skilled in taking vital signs, phlebotomy, maintaining records, and recording test results. Must have the ability to develop and maintain department quality assurance. Must have the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Must have the ability to follow guidelines and procedures and communicate clearly. Must have strong computer skills, including data entry and software utilization skills.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be insurable by LTBB. Must maintain license and insurability throughout the duration of employment in this position. Current CPR certification is required.
COMMENTS: Indian (Native American) preference will apply. Individuals must pass a thorough background investigation, which includes a review of their criminal and employment histories. The individual must have a positive job history, including LTBB. Individual must take TB test and get influenza vaccination annually due to working in a health setting.
ABOUT US: On Sept. 21, 1994, the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians (LTBB) was federally reaffirmed with the signing of Public Law 103-324. The Tribe is governed by a nine-member Tribal Council who serve staggered terms. The LTBB Government presently employs over 200 employees across more than 20 departments, ranging from Healthcare to Natural Resources.
