Temp Medical Assistant - Back Office

Planned Parenthood California Central Coast • Santa Barbara, CA

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant is primarily responsible for activities related to clients seeking reproductive health services, especially patient intake. The role requires computer use and assisting clients in a patient, non-judgmental, empathetic manner while providing nurturing, accommodating customer service.

The position maintains patient records, supports patient satisfaction, provides education about reproductive, abortion, and sterilization services, and participates as a member of the health care team. The role follows PPCCC policies, procedures, and protocols and attends required staff meetings, educational programs, conferences, and other meetings. Travel within PPCCC’s geographic area, from Thousand Oaks to San Luis Obispo, is required.

The starting salary is $26.57 per hour, with opportunity for advancement. A $1.00 per hour bilingual Spanish/English differential is offered upon passing a language assessment test.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to relate to diverse communities.
• Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and appropriate insurance.
• Ability to work on computers.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• English-Spanish-Mixteco trilingual skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follow Planned Parenthood California Central Coast policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Maintain patient records and check them for completeness, errors, and signatures.
• Promote patient satisfaction by establishing rapport and responding professionally and promptly to clients’ medical and educational care needs.
• Provide patient education regarding reproductive, abortion, and sterilization services.
• Participate as a member of the health care team.
• Attend required staff meetings, educational programs, conferences, and other meetings.
• Travel within PPCCC’s geographic area, from Thousand Oaks to San Luis Obispo.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed