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 appropriate to 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, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with availability to work overtime as needed.

The MA coordinates duties with the Back Office Supervisor and licensed providers, nursing staff, leadership, quality-improvement personnel, and trainers. The role supports patient access and continuity of care, maintains patient flow, performs authorized clinical procedures, documents care in medical records, and contributes to staff education, facility safety, and continuous improvement.

The position requires a high school diploma and a Medical Assisting certificate from an accredited program, as well as current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred. Compensation is $22.00–$23.10 per hour. Golden Valley Health Centers offers medical, 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 travel as required for assigned sites and designated meetings or trainings.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push 100 pounds on wheels.
• High manual dexterity; ability to reach above shoulder level, bend, squat, sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, and twist or turn; good finger sensation.
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus; hearing adequate for phone work and clear speech for staff and patient communication.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing procedures and patient registration tasks within the applicable scope of practice.
• Coordinate duties with the Back Office Supervisor and licensed providers, nursing staff, directors, quality-improvement staff, trainers, and senior leadership.
• Participate in pre-visit planning with patients and help create opportunities for patient access.
• Communicate with the care team throughout the day and maintain efficient patient flow and continuity of care.
• 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 suture removal, non-invasive treatments such as ear lavage, removal of splints and orthotics, and application of prefabricated orthopedic appliances.
• Assist with ambulation and transfers, prepare patients for procedures, and assist providers during procedures.
• Provide patient instructions and education when authorized by a provider.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR.
• Perform nail cutting for healthy patients.
• Record authorized patient treatment and care in the medical record 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 with responding to and resolving patient complaints as needed.
• Contribute proactively to continuous improvement and perform other duties as assigned and delegated.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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