Medical Assistant - Pediatric

Tuolumne Me Wuk Indian Health Center Inc.•Sonora, CA

13h•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at the Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center, where we offer more than just a job -- we provide a community-focused environment with competitive salaries, exceptional benefits, and a true work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan, ensuring you and your family are well cared for. Enjoy farm-to-table food through our food distribution program, giving you access to fresh, nutritious options. Plus, take advantage of Indian Health Service Loan Forgiveness opportunities to advance your career while reducing your student debt. Located in the heart of California’s Sierra Nevada foothills, our location offers not just a fulfilling career but the chance to explore a region full of stunning landscapes and outdoor recreation. Spend your days helping others grow professionally and your evenings and weekends hiking through serene mountain trails, kayaking on pristine lakes, or enjoying the charm of historic Downtown Sonora. With its vibrant culture, unique shops, and year-round festivals, you’ll find endless ways to connect and thrive. Whether you’re seeking professional growth or outdoor excitement, Tuolumne County is the perfect place to build your future. Apply today and start your next adventure with us! POSITION OVERVIEW: Title: Medical Assistant - Pediatric Reports To: Depending upon Assignment (Lead MA, Manager, Nurse) Schedule: M-F; 8am-5pm Status: Non-Exempt Summary: This position can be assigned to multiple departments including, Physical Therapy, Behavioral Health, Optometry, Health Clinics and will be primarily assigned to our Sonora Primary Clinic. In this role you will be a highly visible face of the organization as you greet and receive patients accompanying them throughout their visit to our facility. You will engage with patients, with providers and other staff, and utilize Electronic Health Records systems to document the visit while adhering to all mandated policies and procedures as well as best practices of patient care.

Requirements

Pattern I: High School Graduate or GED and a CACMA certification along with one (1) year of experience working in a Medi-Cal facility as a Medi-Cal Assistant.
Or Pattern II: High School Graduate or GED and verifiable training as a Medi-Cal Assistant.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a Medi-Cal facility as a Medi-Cal Assistant.

Nice To Haves

Experience utilizing Electronic Health Records systems
Experience utilizing the Microsoft Suite of Applications
Experience working with Native American population in a healthcare setting 2+ years preferred.

Responsibilities

The Medi-Cal Assistant is responsible for greeting and receiving patients in a professional and caring manner.
The patient will be escorted to the appropriate exam or treatment room where vital signs will be obtained and documented within our EHR system.
During this initial interaction the Medi-Cal Assistant will gather the reason for the visit and document that as well as the Patient's chief complaints in the HER system.
The Medi-Cal Assistant will assist the provider throughout the encounter, ensuring the patient's needs are met and the encounter appropriately documented.
This role will include cleaning and preparing exam and treatment rooms, restocking supplies, and preparing the area for the next patient encounter.
Following protocols of utilization of room status indicators and being available for assignment of additional tasks as needed are all indicative of the fast pace of this role.
Additionally, this role has substantial annual training requirements that must be kept abreast of.