Medical Assistant-Outpatient Clinic, Per Diem, Days, 8hours

Alameda Health System • Oakland, CA

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant position at Highland General Hospital is a per diem role focused on providing essential clinical and clerical support in an outpatient clinic setting. Under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed physician, the Medical Assistant will assist with patient care, perform technical tasks, and ensure a high standard of service for vulnerable populations.

Requirements

• Graduation from a certified/accredited medical assistant school.
• Active Medical Assistant certification (AAMA, AMCA, CCMA, NCCT/MMCI, or AMT) to be acquired within 6 months of hire.
• BLS - Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: One year of experience in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians in following up on patient needs, including inbox management and providing patient prescriptions.
• Collaborate with patients and healthcare providers to deliver coordinated care.
• Collect and preserve specimens for testing and transport them to the laboratory.
• Utilize population health methodologies to improve patient outcomes.
• Administer injections and perform skin tests following specific training.
• Greet and escort patients to examination rooms, preparing them for procedures.
• Interview patients to collect medical history and measure vital signs.
• Maintain patient examination areas and sterilize equipment as needed.
• Participate in Performance Improvement/Quality Control activities.
• Perform basic clinical skills and non-invasive testing as required.
• Handle clerical functions such as answering phones and registering patients.
• Perform phlebotomy and respond to emergency situations.
• Provide patient-centered care and promote excellent customer service.
• Record information in patients' medical records.
• Support the plan of care and assist patients with referrals and authorizations.
• Transport patients to ancillary services and assist those with limited mobility.
• Provide health coaching and assist patients in goal setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed