Medical Assistant I/II - Extra Help

•Please note: This is an extra help position and does not qualify for benefits. Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients. Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you. Click here to learn more about the Tehama County Health Services Agency! Click here to learn more about Tehama County! SALARY Medical Assistant I (D-E Steps) : $18.54 - $19.46 Hourly Medical Assistant II (B-E Steps) : $18.11 - $20.96 Hourly Bilingual Incentive! Bilingual Incentive Pay is 5% above the Medical Assistant I or Medical Assistant II base salary. About the

Position:

Under general supervision, provides technical supportive services to the Health Services Agency, performing routine patient care in a clinical setting. Performs related work as required. Assists with the provision of effective patient care Monitors and records weight, height and vital signs; collects various specimens and cultures, performs blood glucose tests and other routine laboratory tests Performs blood draws by venipuncture adhering to established protocols as ordered by health care providers Performs diagnostic tests and assists with minor surgeries as directed

Bilingual Candidates :

Translate, interpret and otherwise communicate with members of the Spanish speaking community. Click the title below to view the complete job description Medical Assistant I | Medical Assistant II Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12 th ) grade.

Medical Assistant I:

Must possess a clinical medical assisting certificate of completion from an accredited training institution.

Medical Assistant II:

Must possess a valid certification as a Medical Assistant from an institution approved by the Medical Board of California. Requires one (1) year of related experience in a medical setting.

License and Special Requirements:

A valid California Class C driver's license or alternative form of transportation may be required for some positions at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Must have certification of phlebotomy proficiency from their training school; or, must possess a valid phlebotomy certification from the State of California. Must complete periodic continuing education coursework as required to maintain active certification. Requires CPR certification.

Bilingual Candidates :

Must pass a Merit Systems Services written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test (or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify. The department is recruiting for one (1) extra help vacancy. In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for an Extra Help Medical Assistant I/II, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list. In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees obtain a

COVID-19

vaccination, although it is highly recommended. Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions about this recruitment please contact: Emily Unger | 530-528-8491 x. 3830 | Emily.

Unger@tchsa.net All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.

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