Medical Assistant - Pediatrics Clinic - Full Time

Kern Medical • Bakersfield, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a licensed physician or podiatrist, or a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse midwife acting under a physician’s or podiatrist’s written instruction, the Medical Assistant performs routine, basic tasks related to patient care and treatment in an outpatient clinic. The Medical Assistant I is the entry-level classification and performs basic duties involving interaction with patients, their families, and the public. Promotion to Medical Assistant II is merit-based and subject to department-head recommendation and approval by the Director of Human Resources.

The position is full-time in a pediatrics clinic. The estimated pay is $23.3200 to $30.4948 per hour, including a 6% premium. Additional compensation may be available through differentials, incentives, or bonuses, and the position may be eligible for participation and employer contributions to the Kern County Employees’ Retirement Plan.

Employees must maintain health requirements designated by Kern Medical. Depending on assignment, specific competency certificates may be required, and a background check may be required. Kern Medical employees are designated Disaster Service Workers and must remain at or report to work during a disaster or civil disorder when safe and practicable.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Possess and maintain a current, clean, and clear American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. Applicants without the required card at hire must complete appropriate training and qualify for RQI Responder certification within 60 days of employment, and maintain RQI Responder certification and competency as a continued condition of employment.
• Submit a copy of transcripts and/or a certificate verifying completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Maintain health requirements designated by Kern Medical.
• Depending on assignment, possess and maintain specific certificates of competency as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of patient-care techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment; medical terminology; and metric measurement.
• Ability to use patient-care techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment; maintain effective relations with medical staff and the public; follow written and oral instructions; respond competently in emergencies; read and record medical terminology and metric measurement; and maintain medical records.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish ability; a Bakersfield College bilingual certificate is requested for consideration for bilingual employment.
• Basic Dysrhythmia certification may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations and treatment.
• Take and record vital signs and other measurements; record chief complaints and allergies.
• Administer immunizations and medications, and perform provider-ordered office testing and treatments.
• Collect, prepare, and transport specimens for laboratory testing.
• Apply and remove bandages and wound dressings; remove sutures or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and minor surgeries, and act as a chaperone when needed.
• Use universal blood and body-fluid precautions and personal protective equipment as needed.
• Apply orthopedic appliances and perform ear lavage.
• Act as a liaison between providers and patients.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and document telephone encounters in the medical record.
• Prepare and process forms for referrals and eligibility.
• Clean and disinfect equipment, examination rooms, and storage areas.
• Order supplies and stock patient-care areas; submit requisitions for needed maintenance and repairs.
• Obtain and organize patient medical records, including laboratory, X-ray, referral, and other reports.
• Perform urine pregnancy testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• New-hire premium of 6% of base pay, matched up to 6% if contributed to the Deferred Compensation Plan.
• P.M. shift differential of 10% of base pay for shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
• Comprehensive benefits package including holidays, paid time off, retirement, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Possible participation and company contributions in the Kern County Employees’ Retirement Plan.
• Additional compensation may be available through differentials, incentives, and bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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