Medical Assistant (Experienced)

Shasta Cascade Health Centers•Mount Shasta, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

At Shasta Cascade Health Centers, we pride ourselves on being more than just a healthcare provider – we are a family deeply rooted in the communities we serve. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that encourages growth and collaboration. We believe in empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients, as we strive to create an environment where every team member feels valued. If you're looking to join a passionate, close-knit team committed to improving healthcare in a dynamic and fulfilling setting, Shasta Cascade is the place for you!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Possession of a California Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Credential or the ability to receive certification within one (1) year of employment.
Bilingual fluency is a plus (English/Spanish)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to become certified.
Verbal and written communication proficiency, ethical conduct, flexibility, initiative, ability to multi-task, time management, highly organized, detail orientated.
Customer services skills, sensitivity to client needs, remains calm in emergency situations, upholds strict confidentially requirements.
Familiarity with computer processes, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone and by email.
Ability to visually interpret printed materials, memos, and other needed paperwork.
Ability to maneuver immobile patients and toﯼ lift and carry children weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Have sufficient stamina to stand and walk for full work shifts.

Nice To Haves

Five years’ experience working as a Medical Assistant is highly preferred, will consider strong candidates with two-four years experience.

Responsibilities

Participates in planning for care and instruction of patients.
Screens patients for risk factors.
Reports patients' needs to the appropriate medical and nursing staff.
Assists medical professionals in procedures as instructed.
Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
Applies and changes dressings using aseptic techniques.
Removes sutures.
Collects or assists in the collection of specimens and other clinical material for testing, following appropriate instruction by Clinic protocol and procedures and state certification.
Runs tests on blood and urine specimens in accordance with CLIA regulations.
Performs duties associated with well care of children, including vision and hearing tests.
Administers prescribed non-invasive treatments and medications.
Inform patients of effects of medications; instructs patients to maintain treatment at home.
Maintains professional relationship with patients.
Reassures and calms agitated patients in an informative and sensitive manner.
Records and maintains pertinent and accurate patient information in medical records.
Helps prepare reports.
Inventories and orders medications.
Helps develop work plans and schedules for special clinics and services.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Work as a team player to accomplish the goals of the Clinic.
Maintain operations by following the Clinic’s policies and procedures, following established safety practices and reporting perceived need/s for changes.
Provide the highest level of service to clients.
Maintain confidentiality by following all applicable HIPAA regulations.
Respect Clinic equipment used to perform job tasks.