Medical Assistant Float (All Medical Sites)

Golden Valley Health Centers • Turlock, CA

13h • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) Float performs nursing procedures and patient registration tasks and procedures. The role reports to the Center Manager and regularly travels to all GVHC sites. This is a full-time position supporting clinics in Merced, Stanislaus, and San Joaquin Counties. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, with shifts that may fall between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

The MA Float works within a team-care environment to provide patient care within the scope of practice established by the Medical Board of California. The role supports patient access, pre-visit planning, care coordination, and efficient patient flow, and performs authorized clinical procedures and documentation according to GVHC protocols. The position also participates in training and continuous improvement activities and assists with facility management and patient concerns.

Compensation is $22.00–$23.10 per hour, plus an $18.00 daily bonus for each day worked. Golden Valley Health Centers offers medical coverage, including stated out-of-pocket maximums, PPO coverage, dental and vision coverage, a 403(b) with match, FSA plans, gym discounts, and other benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Medical Assisting certificate from an accredited program.
• Current AHA BLS certification.
• Knowledge of basic medical assistant and back-office procedures and medical terminology.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, build positive relationships, maintain a positive attitude and a warm, friendly demeanor, and work efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to travel to all sites, including during the workday.
• Driver’s license and clear DMV record.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push 100 pounds on wheels.
• High manual dexterity; ability to reach above shoulder level, bend, squat, sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, and twist or turn; good finger sensation; close vision and ability to adjust focus; and hearing adequate for phone work and clear speech for staff and patient communication.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Work within a team-care environment to provide patient care within the established scope of practice.
• Coordinate duties with the Back Office Supervisor and licensed providers, nurses, directors, quality staff, trainers, and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with patients on pre-visit planning.
• Create opportunities for patient access.
• Communicate effectively with the care team throughout the day.
• Maintain efficient patient care flow and provide continuity of care within the care team.
• Collect and record vital signs, height, weight, and basic medical history.
• Administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect specimens and perform in-house diagnostic tests.
• Provide uncomplicated wound care and remove sutures.
• Provide non-invasive treatments such as ear lavage.
• Remove splints and orthotics and apply prefabricated orthopedic appliances.
• Assist patients with ambulation and transfers.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist providers with procedures.
• Provide patient instructions and education when authorized by the provider.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR.
• Perform nail cutting for healthy patients.
• Record authorized patient treatment and care in the medical record according to GVHC protocols.
• Participate in staff education and training with back-office training staff and maintain required competencies.
• Assist with facility management, including keeping patient areas clean and safe.
• Assist in responding to and resolving patient complaints as needed.
• Take responsibility for continuous improvement and perform other duties as assigned and delegated.
• Travel regularly to all GVHC sites, including during the workday.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with a $0 deductible and out-of-pocket maximums of $2,000 for an individual and $4,000 for a family.
• PPO coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) with employer match.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plans.
• Gym discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED