Medical Assistant (Manteca Northgate West)

Available Staff Positions • Manteca, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs nursing procedures and patient registration tasks and procedures while providing patient care within the scope of practice established by the Medical Board of California. The MA reports to the Clinic Supervisor, as appropriate for the designated site, and works at the Manteca Northgate West clinic. The schedule is Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with flexibility to work overtime as needed.

The MA works within a team care environment, coordinating with supervisors, licensed providers, nurses, quality staff, trainers, and senior leadership. The role supports patient access, pre-visit planning, continuity of care, and efficient patient flow. Duties also include patient data collection, medication and vaccine administration, specimen collection, in-house testing, authorized treatments, patient education, documentation, and facility upkeep. The MA participates in training and continuous improvement activities and may take on other duties as assigned and delegated.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Medical Assisting certificate from an accredited program.
• Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification.
• Knowledge of basic medical assistant and back office procedures and medical terminology.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, build positive relationships, and maintain a positive attitude and warm, friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to travel as required for assigned sites and designated meetings or trainings.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Work within a team care environment to provide excellent patient care within the scope of practice established by the Medical Board of California.
• Coordinate duties with the Back Office Supervisor and licensed providers, RNs, LVNs, the Director of Nursing, the Director of Operations, Quality Improvement/Assurance staff, trainers, and senior leadership.
• Collaborate on pre-visit planning with patients.
• Create opportunities for patient access.
• Communicate effectively with the care team throughout the day.
• Maintain efficient patient care flow and provide continuity of care within the care team.
• Collect and record vital signs, height, weight, and basic medical history.
• Administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect specimens and perform in-house diagnostic tests.
• Provide uncomplicated wound care and remove sutures.
• Perform non-invasive treatments, such as ear lavage.
• Remove splints and orthotics and apply prefabricated orthopedic appliances.
• Assist with ambulation and transfers.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist the provider during procedures.
• Provide patient instructions and education when authorized by the provider.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR.
• Cut nails for healthy patients.
• Fit prescription lenses or use optical devices in connection with ocular exercises, visual training, vision training, or orthoptics.
• Record authorized patient treatment and care in the medical record in accordance with GVHC protocols.
• Participate in staff education and training activities with back office training staff and maintain required competencies.
• Assist with facility management, including keeping patient areas clean and safe.
• Assist in responding to and resolving patient complaints as needed.
• Take responsibility for continuous improvement and accept other duties as assigned and delegated.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including $0 deductible and out-of-pocket maximums of $2,000 for an individual and $4,000 for a family.
• PPO coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) plan with employer match.
• Flexible spending account plans.
• Gym discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED