Medical Assistant

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting medical staff in the provision of safe and efficient delivery of medical services at the clinic. Under the general supervision of medical staff, the Medical Assistant performs routine administrative and clinical duties such as scheduling medical appointments, greeting participants, and filing medical records. Additional responsibilities include taking and recording vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The Medical Assistant works collaboratively with all team members and participants to promote the mission and values of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist medical staff to address participants' needs in the clinic, including preparing participants for their appointments, setting up exam rooms, and obtaining accurate history of present illness.
• Perform required pre-exam physical tests, including measuring and documenting participants' vital signs as ordered by a physician.
• Perform general medical procedures such as dressing changes and suture removal under specific authorization and supervision of a physician.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens as ordered and perform routine sterilization procedures of medical and dental equipment according to guidelines.
• Triage and address unscheduled requests for physician visits in the clinic.
• Maintain clinic logs and ensure exam rooms are properly stocked, sanitized, and re-prepped for participant encounters.
• Maintain Emergency Cart daily log and monitor medication/vaccine refrigerator log.
• Conduct required quality control checks on clinic lab equipment and maintain logs.
• Perform and document ordered procedures and care, providing as-needed teaching to participants, in accordance with scope of practice.
• Perform staff and non-staff COVID testing as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to follow directions from supervisor and communicate needs effectively.
• Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills in settings with seniors, their families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience and competency working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Commitment to unlocking the full potential of our most vulnerable seniors.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience working in the Home Health/Clinical Setting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Required Education

Completion of a Medical Assistant program accredited or approved by one of the following:

• CAAHEP
• ABHES
• California Department of Labor (CDE)
• US Department of Education
• Bureau of Private and Post Secondary Education (BPPE)

OR:

• Completion of a non-accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Medical Assistant certification from a recognized certifying organization.

Required Certification & Licensure

• Registered Medical Assistant Certification through AMT.
• Registered Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Personnel.
• Registered Medical Assistant through the American Allied Health.
• Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA.
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant through the National Healthcareer Association.
• National Certified Medical Assistant through NCCT.
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant through National Association for Health Professionals.
• California Certified Medical Assistant through California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants (CCBMA).
• BLS Certification.

Languages

• Spanish (Speak, Read, Write)

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm

Candidates must have reliable transportation.