Medical Assistant - Pediatrics Clinic - Temporary

Kern Medical•Bakersfield, CA

35d•$22 - $29

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a licensed physician or podiatrist, or under a physician’s or podiatrist’s written instructions while working with a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse midwife, the Medical Assistant I performs routine, basic medical assistant tasks related to patient care and treatment in an outpatient clinic. This is the entry-level classification in the Medical Assistant flexible series and involves interaction with patients, their families, and the public. The position is temporary extra-help employment for up to nine months; health benefits coverage may be offered. The role requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Applicants must submit transcripts and/or a certificate verifying program completion. A current, clear American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS card is required, with RQI Responder certification and ongoing competency required under the stated conditions. Applicants must also attach a bilingual English/Spanish certificate issued by Bakersfield College. Some assignments may require Basic Dysrhythmia certification. A background check may be required. All Kern Medical employees are designated Disaster Service Workers and may be required to remain at or report to work during a disaster or civil disorder. If duties require driving, applicable California driver’s license and vehicle-use policy requirements apply. The estimated pay is $22.00 to $28.7687 per hour. Additional compensation may be available through differentials, incentives, and bonuses.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; submit transcripts and/or a certificate verifying completion.
Possess and maintain a current, clean, and clear American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. If not held at hire, successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for RQI Responder certification within 60 days; maintain RQI Responder certification and competency as a continued condition of employment.
Attach a bilingual English/Spanish certificate issued by Bakersfield College to the application.
Knowledge of patient-care techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment; medical terminology; and metric measurement.
Ability to use patient-care techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment; maintain effective relations with medical staff and the public; follow written and oral instructions; react competently in emergencies; read and record medical terminology and metric measurement; and maintain medical records.
Some assignments may require Basic Dysrhythmia certification.
If driving is required, possess a current valid California driver’s license and comply with the applicable Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy; driving a Kern Medical vehicle also requires a signed authorization for release of driver record information.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations and treatment; take and record vital signs and other measurements; record chief complaints and allergies.
Administer immunizations and medications and perform provider-ordered office testing and treatments; collect, prepare, and transport laboratory specimens.
Apply and remove bandages and wound dressings; remove sutures and/or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations.
Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and minor surgeries, and act as a chaperone as needed.
Use universal blood and body fluid precautions and personal protective equipment as needed.
Apply orthopedic appliances and perform ear lavage.
Act as a liaison between the provider and patient.
Answer incoming telephone calls and document telephone encounters in the medical record.
Prepare and process forms for referrals and eligibility.
Clean and disinfect equipment, examination rooms, and storage areas.
Order supplies and stock patient care areas; submit requisitions for needed maintenance and repairs.
Obtain and organize patient medical records, including laboratory, x-ray, referral, and other reports.
Perform urine pregnancy testing.
Perform other duties as assigned.