Medical Assistant (McHenry)

Golden Valley Health Centers • Modesto, CA

6d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant performs nursing procedures and patient registration tasks and procedures at the McHenry Clinic in Modesto, California. The position reports to the Clinic Supervisor, as 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, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with availability for overtime as needed.

The MA supports patient access, pre-visit planning, continuity of care, and efficient patient flow. Duties include gathering patient information and vital signs; administering medications and vaccines; collecting specimens and performing in-house diagnostic tests; providing certain basic treatments and assisting with procedures; recording care in medical records; and supporting patient education, staff training, facility safety, and continuous improvement activities.

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, maintain a positive attitude and warm, friendly demeanor, and work efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to travel as required for assigned sites and designated meetings or trainings.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and be available for overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively and use problem-solving skills.
• Work within a team-care environment to provide patient care within the established scope of practice.
• Coordinate duties with the Back Office Supervisor and licensed providers, nursing staff, leadership, quality improvement staff, and trainers.
• Collaborate with patients on pre-visit planning.
• Create opportunities for patient access.
• Communicate 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.
• Provide 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 with procedures.
• Provide patient instructions and education when authorized by the 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 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.
• Participate proactively in continuous improvement and accept other duties as assigned or delegated.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including stated deductible and out-of-pocket maximum options.
• PPO coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) plan with employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans.
• Gym discounts.

What This Job Offers

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