Medical Assistant (McHenry)

Available Staff Positions • Modesto, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs nursing procedures and patient registration tasks at the McHenry Clinic in Modesto, California. The MA reports to the Clinic Supervisor, as appropriate for the designated site, and works within a team-care environment to provide patient care within the scope of practice established by the Medical Board of California. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with availability to work overtime as needed. Compensation is $22.00–$23.10 per hour.

The MA coordinates duties with back-office supervisors, licensed providers, nursing staff, directors, quality improvement and assurance staff, trainers, and senior leadership. The position supports patient access, pre-visit planning, patient-care flow, continuity of care, documentation, and patient education. It also involves maintaining required competencies, participating in staff education, supporting facility management, and responding to patient complaints as needed.

Golden Valley Health Centers offers medical coverage with a $0 deductible and out-of-pocket maximums of $2,000 for an individual and $4,000 for a family, PPO coverage, dental and vision coverage, a 403(b) with match, FSA plans, gym discounts, and additional benefits.

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 work Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and be available for overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push 100 pounds on wheels.
• Ability to perform physical activities including reaching above shoulder level, bending, squatting, sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, and twisting or turning; high manual dexterity and good finger sensation.
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus; hearing adequate for phone work and clear speech for communication with staff and patients.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing procedures and patient registration tasks within the scope of practice established by the Medical Board of California.
• Coordinate duties with the Back Office Supervisor and licensed providers, nurses, directors, quality improvement and assurance staff, trainers, and senior leadership.
• Collaborate on pre-visit planning with patients.
• Create opportunities for patient access and 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 patients with ambulation and transfers.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist providers during procedures.
• Provide patient instructions and education when authorized by the provider.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR.
• Cut nails for healthy patients.
• Record authorized patient treatment and care in medical records in accordance with GVHC protocols.
• Participate in staff education and training 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 perform other duties as assigned and delegated.
• Travel as required for assigned sites and designated meetings or trainings.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with a $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) with match.
• FSA plans.
• Gym discounts.

What This Job Offers

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