Medical Assistant I Occ Health

NorthBay Health • Fairfield, CA

9h • $27 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

At NorthBay Health, the Medical Assistant I is responsible for providing direct patient care in support of a provider in an ambulatory care setting under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician. The Medical Assistant I may administer medications upon completion of medication administration course and specific supervision of a physician. Distribution of staff and patients may require reassignment to other areas.

Requirements

• Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care according to area assigned, per organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepares patient for provider including vital signs and collection of clinical data.
• Administers medications to patients, including, oral, injections, and nebulizer treatments from approved list as ordered by provider.
• Ensures smooth operation of the provider’s office practice.
• Assists provider and/or performs procedures in assigned area within scope of practice.
• Documents patient encounters according to nursing policies.
• Reviews preventative guidelines, patient status regarding these guidelines and arranges for appropriate follow-up.
• Anticipates need for appropriate Health Education material.
• Assists provider to ensure follow-up on abnormal results or ongoing problems.
• Schedules patients for procedures and provides educational materials as necessary.
• Actively participates in QI activities.
• Presents a professional demeanor in appearance and attitude.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Floats to other areas as needed.
• Collect non-invasive lab specimens.
• Under the direction of physician, provides specific treatments in accordance with nursing procedures.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life, disability, and long-term care coverage
• paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement
• a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• education reimbursement for eligible roles
• professional development and training programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• wellness programs
• recognition programs
• shift differentials
• market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed