Certified Medical Assistant

BARTZ-ALTADONNA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER - 3.1

Lancaster, CA Job Details Full-time $21 - $25 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Referral program Paid sick time Qualifications Spanish CPR Certification Teamwork Vital signs Community health center experience BLS Certification English High school diploma or GED Quality performance measurement Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Medical assisting Non-profit experience Medical terminology Certified Medical Assistant Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary Under the direct supervision of the Clinic Process and Quality Manager, and with direction from the Chief Operations Officer and Chief Medical Officer, the Certified Medical Assistant assists physicians, mid-level providers and other care team members in the delivery of efficient and high-quality healthcare. The person in this position is part of the team concept in the Center's health delivery system, which is devoted to the delivery of primary care in an ambulatory setting with emphases on prevention and health maintenance. Assist the R.N., L.V.N., and the clinical staff in performing their duties and carrying on the necessary functions required in accordance with established policies and procedures. Essential Functions Reviews EMR the day before in preparation of primary care patient visits. Greets and registers patients, check-in and check-out patients, and maintain the flow of patients in the clinic floor. Identifies and documents the single chief complaint for the visit. Prepare patient for examination. Take and document vital signs in ECW Perform screenings as needed, and documents them in EPIC Encourages and Assists patient to enroll into MyChart Depending on the reason for the visit, the CMA will perform all standing orders required for the visit with the help of the Health Maintenance feature within EPIC. Assist the clinical staff in completing examination and procedures as instructed. Completely fill out lab slips and other forms, when necessary. Administer medications, immunizations, and injections as ordered. Follow universal precautions to protect self and patients. Assist the medical staff in patient education and family planning counseling. Follows up with medical records department to make sure lab and x-ray reports are received, receives and relays reports to patients based on instructions from medical providers. Follow up with referral department to ensure that medical provider's referral requests are submitted and/or get status of pending referrals For VFC clients, input immunization into CAIR Program and retrieves histories when needed. Back-up VFC Coordinators as needed. Maintain examination rooms clean following OSHA Guidelines. Stock exam rooms with supplies on a daily basis and provide proof of documentation by signing the exam room checklist daily. Complete MA Performance Criteria training sheet. Perform CLIA Waived Testing. Interpret for the clinical staff when necessary, "Spanish/English" and assist providers to language interpretation when asked to do so. Under the direction of the nurse or provider in-charge, takes responsibility of medical supplies and cleaning of the medical instruments and equipment. Provide HIV/Antibody counseling in accordance with established protocols and in compliance with State and Federal requirements. Direct patients to the laboratory and or check-out departments upon completion of face-to-face encounter with the medical provider. Promotes and believes in BACHC mission statement "Helping People Heal". Believes and aligns with BACHC core Values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Teamwork. Treats everyone equally regardless of racial, ethnic, religious, social, and economic status or background. Performs all job functions in a professional and courteous manner. Answers all general phone calls in a timely manner. Provides excellent customer service to internal and external clients/patients by being responsive to all inquiries in a timely manner. Performs job duties collaboratively with health center management and exercises good judgement. Fosters and promotes a culture of service excellence and accountability with focus on patient safety. Consistently adheres to a high standard of professional ethics; conducts self in an ethical manner and is a role model to others. Complies with organizational policies and procedures. Perform all other related duties as assigned. Participates in Mobile Unit events. Always be a patient advocate. Ensure patient information is always secure and confidential. Other duties as assigned Competencies Strong interpersonal skills Knowledge of medical terminology Very Detail Clinical Skills. (Vital Signs, BMI) Computer Literate Ability to apply Common Sense Physical Demands This is a physical position that will require standing on your feet, and walking. This would require the ability sit, walk, bend or stand as necessary, and ability to lift 25lbs. Working Conditions Physically, the medical assistant works in close proximity with the provider and works in close contact with patients who visit the health center. For safety purposes, medical assistants have to be vigilant, meticulous and take proper precautions considering that they may, including but not limited to change dressings, handle various tools or treatments, administer vaccinations, etc. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a Full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Saturday, hours range from 7:30am-6:30pm with occasional approved overtime. Travel On occasion travel will be required. Required Education and Experience Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant recognized by the State Board of CA or Nationally Certified High School Diploma/GED CPR certified Previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant Non-Profit / FQHC Clinic experience Experience working with culturally diverse patients Familiarity with Quality Measures Bilingual (English/Spanish) Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice to fit the needs of this position and BACHC. Duties will be as assigned BACHC is an At Will and EEO employer

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

State or National Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person