Medical Assistant - Pediatrics Clinic - Temporary

Kern Medical•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

Kern Medical is hiring a temporary Medical Assistant I for an outpatient clinic. Under the direct supervision of a licensed physician or podiatrist, or under the physician’s or podiatrist’s written instruction while working with a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse midwife, the employee performs routine, basic medical assistant tasks related to patient care and treatment. This is an entry-level role in the Medical Assistant flexible classification series, involving interaction with patients, their families, and the public. The temporary extra-help appointment is for a limited term of up to nine months. The estimated pay is $22.0000 to $28.7687 per hour; additional compensation may be available through differentials, incentives, and bonuses. Health benefits coverage may be offered. Applicants must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent and successfully complete an accredited Medical Assistant program. Applicants must submit transcripts and/or a certificate verifying completion of the program. A current, clean, and clear American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS card is required. Applicants must also attach a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Certificate issued by Bakersfield College. Some assignments may require Basic Dysrhythmia certification.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; applicants must submit transcripts and/or a certificate verifying completion.
Current, clean, and clear American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. If not held at hire, the appointee must complete appropriate training and qualify for RQI Responder certification within 60 days of employment, then maintain the certification and competency as a 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; respond competently in emergencies; read and record medical terminology and metric measurements; and maintain medical records.
A background check may be required.
If job responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, a current valid California Driver’s License and compliance with the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy are required.
If job responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased, or rented by Kern Medical, a current valid California Driver’s License, signed authorization for release of driver-record information, and compliance with the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy are required.
Employees are designated Disaster Service Workers and must remain at work or report to work safely and practicably in the event of a disaster or civil disorder.

Nice To Haves

Basic Dysrhythmia certification may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations and treatment.
Take and record vital signs and other necessary measurements; document chief complaints and allergies.
Administer immunizations and medications, perform office testing and treatments as ordered by the provider, and collect, prepare, and transport laboratory specimens.
Apply and remove bandages and wound dressings, and remove sutures and/or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations.
Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and minor surgeries, and serve 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 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 and related laboratory, X-ray, referral, and other reports.
Perform urine pregnancy testing.
Perform other duties as assigned.