Medical Assistant I - West Fresno CHC
About The Position
Clinica Sierra Vista is seeking a Medical Assistant I/II to join their team. This position is responsible for floating between front office and back office medical assistant clinical operation roles to fill staff shortages as assigned. The Medical Assistant will report to their home assigned clinic unless otherwise told and floated to another clinic to assist with staffing shortages. Additionally, this role promotes the Clinica Sierra Vista Production System (CSVPS), ensures operational efficiency, and follows through with implementation, monitoring, and reporting on all health center objectives.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program Required.
- Possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) Card required, issued through the American Heart Association.
- Possess and maintain a California Driver’s license and valid auto insurance.
- Minimum two years of medical office experience in health care outpatient clinic setting, preferably in Federally Qualified Health Center.
- Knowledge of billing codes and programs, HIPAA and Medical Record laws and regulations, and excellent customer service expectations.
- Must adhere to CSV’s employee health/immunization requirements or provide a valid approved exemption request.
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree in business related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support in maintaining proficiency in the role of Receptionist and Medical Assistant duties and responsibilities.
- Training includes but is not limited to Clinica Sierra Vista’s (CSV) culture and mission, practice management system, customer service expectations, payer sources, programs, and quality initiatives on a regular basis.
- Responsible for following standard work procedures and trouble shoots any problems and resolving any patient issues at the health center.
- Responsible for monitoring the management of patient’s schedules to maximize access and minimize errors and delays.
- Monitors all functions of the patient check in/out process, including collections and deposits.
- Ensures health center and team are meeting TJC, HRSA, PCMH, HEDIS, UDS, CHDP, and all quality improvement guidelines and requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
- Health coverage for you and your family
- Generous number of vacation days per year
- A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
- Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
- 403(B) plan with company matching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
