Medical Assistant - Emergency Hire

California State University, Sacramento•Sacramento, CA

1d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The medical assistant (MA) is a patient caregiver who, under the general supervision of the Director of Clinical Services or Senior Associate Vice President and the medical supervision of the medical provider, or registered nurse is responsible for direct and indirect patient care activities. The MA also helps maintain efficient and effective workflow to ensure high quality health care.

Requirements

Working knowledge of daily clinic operations; aseptic techniques and requirements; uses, application, and proper operation of various medical supplies and equipment used in performing the duties described above; California laws and regulations pertaining to medical assistants.
General knowledge of anatomy and physiology appropriate to the duties assigned; understand the potential hazards or complications resulting from administering medications and how to initiate emergency procedures.
Ability to demonstrate the proper techniques in administering medications in a variety of manners including intramuscular, intradermal, or subcutaneous methods and by inhalation; proper techniques in performing injections and phlebotomy; competency in performing assigned medical technical support services such as the standard tests and limited procedures described above; maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff; and be sensitive to and communicate effectively with diverse patients.
High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Possess a certificate of completion from an accredited and approved medical assisting program through the Department of Education or Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education within the Department of Consumer Affairs, with supervising CSU physician verifying competencies; OR at the discretion of the student health center Senior Associate Vice President, an in-house campus-training program developed according to the guidelines established by the Medical Board of California, with a CSU physician documenting and certifying in writing that the formal training and clinical practice hours required by the Medical Board of California to perform the duties of a medical assistant have been completed successfully.
Experience assisting with clinical procedures (e.g., suture removal, electrocardiograms, peak flow testing, spirometry, applying pre-made splints, assisting physicians/nurse practitioners with splints or casts, nasal smears, ear lavage, throat cultures, and rooming for exams.
Experience providing intramuscular, intradermal or subcutaneous immunizations/injections.
Experience performing standard tests and limited procedures (e.g., administering point of service Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments [CLIA] waived laboratory testing and processing).
Phlebotomy experience and training.
Experience performing non-clinical duties (e.g., coordinate patient flow, maintain supplies/inventory, prepare instrument packets/trays, ability to greet and register patients, etc.).
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to be sensitive and communicate effectively with patients.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and inventory.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a diverse setting.
Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to work within an Electronic Medical Record.
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Must reside in the State of California.
Must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.