Medical Assistant 1

Hawai'i Island Community Health Center • Kealakekua, HI

43d • $20

About The Position

As a Medical Assistant at Hawai'i Island Community Health Center (HICHC), you'll support our healthcare team by providing patient care and assisting with clinical and laboratory tasks.

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED.
• Technical school degree/certification (e.g., Nurse Assistant/Aide).
• Six months related experience or equivalent combination of training and education.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Drug screening includes testing for illegal substances. Employment is contingent upon passing this test.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary assessments, obtain health history, and record data.
• Assist in exams, minor surgeries, wound care, and nebulizer treatments.
• Clean and prepare equipment and rooms.
• Maintain and stock medical supplies.
• Administer medications and immunizations.
• Collect lab specimens and perform CLIA-waived tests.
• Assist with patient education and scheduling.
• Follow up on patient testing and maintain files.

Benefits

• Scrub Reimbursement: Up to $100/year.
• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance.
• Financial Security: 403(b) Retirement Savings plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Peace of Mind: Life, Disability, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance.
• Flexibility: Flex-Spending Accounts.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Extras: Hawaii Life Flight, AFLAC, and Pet Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees