Medical Assistant, Full-Time, Lakeport Specialty

Adventist Health•Clearlake, CA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

In accordance with the Medical Board of California, works under general supervision of the clinic physicians supported by the clinic nursing supervisor, clinic manager, clinic mid-levels and RN, in a controlled outpatient care area and performs a variety of duties. This position is represented by RCHEA. Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED preferred
Current CPR Certification
Phlebotomy certification preferred
Basic medical terminology preferred.
Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach above shoulders, sit, walk inclines and declines, stand, talk, hear, and perform repetitive hand motions.
Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to lift boxes and/or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to demonstrate lifting a 25-pound box from the floor.
Conformance with all HIPAA and other confidentiality regulations

Nice To Haves

Clinic/medical office experience

Responsibilities

Assists practitioner and RN with basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services and procedures under the supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist or his designee.
Cross-trains for front office functions and fills in as needed.
Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health (AH), The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and all other regulatory agencies.
Maintains confidentiality of staff, patient and administrative information in the clinic, hospital and community setting.
Maintains lab and treatment rooms in an orderly manner.
Observes all clinic protocols and procedures as written.
Performs waived lab tests and lab internal QCs. Prepares samples for shipment to hospital lab.
Prepares patient for provider exam and collects all baseline information and records in the patient chart.
Takes patient vital signs, height and weight measurements. Records results in patient chart.
Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned.