Medical Assistant II - Floater

Valley Health System • San Fernando, CA

90d

About The Position

Under the supervision of a licensed practitioner, the Medical Assistant will perform non-invasive routine technical supportive services of clinic patient care relating to therapeutic and diagnostic functions, following established policies & procedures, and techniques. The supervising licensed practitioner must be physically present in the treatment facility for the Medical Assistant to perform non-invasive technical supportive services. The Medical Assistant also provides a variety of administrative, assistive & supportive clinical and outreach activities. The Medical Assistant cannot evaluate or synthesize data.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is preferred.
• Completion of a secondary or postsecondary Medical Assistant education program from a public school authorized by the Department of Education, or an approved Medical Assistant program at a postsecondary institution accredited or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.
• Demonstrate competency in the usage of clinical equipment and Point of Care testing within ninety days of employment.
• Pass the Family Planning Health Worker certification within six months of employment.
• Complete two or more certification training(s) within six months of employment.
• Possess a minimum of one full year's paid experience in Gynecology and/or Obstetrics services preferred.
• Must be able to travel to all NEVHC Health Centers as directed by the supervisor.

Nice To Haves

• Maintain a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification.
• Display qualities of dependability and reliability.
• Communicate tactfully and empathetically, with cultural sensitivity.
• Write and print legibly.
• Be well groomed and display mature behavior.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willing and able to work a varied and flexible schedule.
• Maintain or exceed Medical Assistant competency levels as established by corporate standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality about health care and patient/client information.
• Ability to utilize electronic medical records effectively.
• Current California driver's license and appropriate insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-invasive routine technical supportive services of clinic patient care.
• Follow established policies & procedures and techniques.
• Provide administrative, assistive & supportive clinical and outreach activities.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED