Medical Assistant (Outpatient) (AHCL) - Full Time

Adventist Health•Clearlake, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

In accordance with the Medical Board of California, works under general supervision of the clinic physicians supported by the clinic nursing supervisor, clinic manager, clinic mid-levels and RN, in a controlled outpatient care area and performs a variety of duties. This position is represented by RCHEA. Assists practitioner and RN with basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services and procedures under the supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist or his designee. Cross-trains for front office functions and fills in as needed. Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health (AH), The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and all other regulatory agencies. Maintains confidentiality of staff, patient and administrative information in the clinic, hospital and community setting. Maintains lab and treatment rooms in an orderly manner. Observes all clinic protocols and procedures as written. Performs waived lab tests and lab internal QCs. Prepares samples for shipment to hospital lab. Prepares patient for provider exam and collects all baseline information and records in the patient chart. Takes patient vital signs, height and weight measurements. Records results in patient chart. Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned.

Requirements

Current CPR Certification
Basic medical terminology preferred.
Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, reaching above shoulders, sitting, walking inclines and declines, standing, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive hand motions.
Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally lift boxes and/or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
Demonstrate lifting a 25-pound box from the floor.

Nice To Haves

Clinic/medical office experience preferred
High School graduate or GED preferred
Phlebotomy certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assists practitioner and RN with basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services and procedures under the supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist or his designee.
Cross-trains for front office functions and fills in as needed.
Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health (AH), The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and all other regulatory agencies.
Maintains confidentiality of staff, patient and administrative information in the clinic, hospital and community setting.
Maintains lab and treatment rooms in an orderly manner.
Observes all clinic protocols and procedures as written.
Performs waived lab tests and lab internal QCs.
Prepares samples for shipment to hospital lab.
Prepares patient for provider exam and collects all baseline information and records in the patient chart.
Takes patient vital signs, height and weight measurements.
Records results in patient chart.
Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned.