Medical Assistant, Primary Care (full-time, days, VV)

Northbay Healthcare Group • Vacaville, CA

91d • $25 - $29

About The Position

At NorthBay Health the Medical Assistant I is responsible for providing direct patient care in support of a provider in an ambulatory care setting under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician. The Medical Assistant I may administer medications upon completion of medication administration course and specific supervision of a physician. Distribution of staff and patients may require reassignment to other areas.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Program or additional class work in medication administration required.
• Medical Assistant certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Current AHA certification or equivalent in basic CPR.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician preferred.
• Program or additional classwork regarding medication administration required within 6 months of hire.
• MA medication administration competency checklist completion required within 6 months of hire.
• One year of experience in ambulatory care setting preferred.
• Previous experience with medication administration.
• Demonstrated effective time management skills.
• Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing ambulatory nursing care as appropriate for patients in the following age groups: Geriatric, Adult, Young Adult, Pediatric and Neonatal.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Benefits

• Hourly Salary Range $25.34 - $29.31 (Offered hourly rate based on years of experience in a Medical Assistant role)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees