Medical Assistant

Community Health Centers of America • Mariposa, CA

7h • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Centers of America (CHCA), a Federally Qualified Health Center and 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2019, provides affordable healthcare to underserved communities. CHCA is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for its Mariposa clinic. The role provides back-office clinical support and, as needed, front-office administrative support. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays and an alternate day off. The position is primarily based at the Mariposa clinic, with possible travel to nearby sites for training or staffing support.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Effective organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and adapt to the needs of the clinic.
• Willingness to travel to other sites when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of Medical Assistant experience, preferably in primary care.
• FQHC experience.
• Bilingual fluency.

Responsibilities

• Receive patients, answer phones, and schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance eligibility and coordinate with insurance companies regarding billing procedures.
• Assist patients with registration forms and maintain accurate files and medical records.
• Enter data related to patient billing, transcription, and insurance claims.
• Arrange referrals and process prescription requests.
• Track inventory and supplies.
• Follow legal and ethical standards in all tasks.
• Measure and record vital signs; interview patients and document their histories and chief complaints.
• Educate patients about medications, disease management, home treatment, and special diets.
• Prepare patients for examinations, perform routine screening tests, and assist healthcare providers with examinations.
• Collect laboratory specimens, perform basic laboratory tests and EKGs, and assist with X-rays and procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications with healthcare provider authorization.
• Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures, and perform CPR and other first-aid procedures.
• Maintain supplies and equipment, and stock and sterilize instruments.
• Travel to nearby clinic sites for training or staffing support when needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary plans.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick paid time off.
• 401(k) with generous matching.
• Employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

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