Medical Assistant Floater

St Johns Community Health•Lynwood, CA

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists with various healthcare services following established policies and protocols, including but not limited to obtaining specimens, conducting routine lab studies, and assisting with administrative functions. Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by a physician. Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Provider by performing the following duties. Must be able to travel to different clinic locations requested by the Director of Operations or the Clinic Manager.

Requirements

Two years’ experience field
Travel to different clinic locations
Bilingual English/Spanish (Required)
Knowledge of medical terminology
Strong charting/documentation skills
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline
Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies
Proficient in Microsoft Office
High School Diploma or GED (required)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Certification
Two years’ related experience
Medical terminology knowledge
Strong charting/documentation skills
Bilingual English/Spanish required (read, write, speak)

Nice To Haves

EHR- Electronic Health Record (Preferred)
PMS- Practice Management System (Preferred)
Pediatric vaccination knowledge preferred
Experience in community organizing
Experience working in underserved communities such as undocumented workers, unaccompanied minors, LGBT populations, communities of color, youth/adolescents, and those experiencing homelessness, substance abuse, and/or mental illness