Medical Assistant - Gynecology Care Coordinator Bilingual

Marin Community Clinics•San Rafael, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Marin Community Clinics is a multi-clinic network founded in 1972 that provides integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty, and referral services to almost 40,000 people annually in Marin County. Its mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all. Reporting to the Clinic Manager and the GYN Program Director, the GYN Care Coordinator performs a broad range of medical office duties. In addition to Medical Assistant responsibilities, the role coordinates care for GYN patients and works closely with clinic directors, site medical directors, and medical office staff across the organization. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening shifts from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday shifts as needed. The position requires Spanish/English bilingual skills and flexibility to work varied hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current BLS certification from an accredited organization.
Bilingual Spanish/English language skills.
Ability to provide excellent customer service in person and by phone.
Ability to multitask, complete projects on time, and work in a fast-paced medical environment.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to meet immunization and fit-for-duty regulatory requirements.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods, lift up to 25 pounds at times, and move medical equipment.
Fine motor hand movements sufficient to perform standard medical procedures and ability to read charts, graphs, and medical equipment readings.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an externship program before graduating from the Medical Assistant program.
0–6 months of Medical Assistant work experience after graduating from a Medical Assistant program.
Experience working with underserved communities in a community health clinic environment.
Electronic Health Records experience.
Strong computer experience with MS Office.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms, interview them, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
Prepare treatment rooms, position patients and instruments, and assist clinicians during examinations and procedures.
Clean and sterilize instruments and disinfect operatories in accordance with department policies and OSHA guidelines.
Inventory and request supplies and materials for in-clinic GYN procedures.
Operate EKG and other diagnostic equipment, perform routine laboratory tests, give injections or treatments, and schedule patients for tests when needed.
Enter and maintain office and patient records in the computer system.
Follow OSHA universal precautions and policies for bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials.
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with department policy and HIPAA guidelines.
Provide administrative support, including checking eligibility, verifying demographics, helping patients complete paperwork, and scheduling follow-up appointments.
Participate in Care Team responsibilities as outlined in Care Team Patient Center Medical Home procedures.
Complete GYN Medical Assistant responsibilities for GYN MD clinics.
Manage GYN surgery cases with oversight from the RN and GYN MDs.
Assist with GYN procedures, including Essure, LEEP, colposcopy, and MVA.
Assist GYN MD specialists during clinic and cover the GYN specialty phone line and MA task inbox.
Manage follow-up on the GYN Care Plan List, including cases involving LEEP, ovarian cysts, pelvic masses, pelvic prolapse, polyps, incontinence, and specialty referrals.
Assist REI (infertility) specialists, prepare charts, and verify that ordered diagnostics are completed and records are in the EHR before appointments.
Assist specialists during clinic with translation and patient education.
Provide good public relations and customer service to patients and coworkers, attend required meetings and training, and perform other related work as assigned.