Medical Assistant (Manteca Northgate West)

Golden Valley Health Centers • Manteca, CA

4d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs nursing procedures and patient registration tasks and procedures within the scope of practice established by the Medical Board of California. The MA works in a team care environment to provide patient care and reports to the Clinic Supervisor, as appropriate to the designated site. This position is based at the Manteca Northgate West clinic and requires travel as needed for assigned sites and designated meetings or trainings.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with flexibility to work overtime as needed. Compensation is $22.00–$22.53 per hour.

The MA supports patient access and continuity of care through pre-visit planning, communication with the care team, and efficient patient flow. Duties include gathering patient information, administering medications and vaccines, collecting specimens, performing in-house diagnostic tests and specified basic treatments, assisting with procedures, documenting care, and helping maintain a safe and clean facility. The role also participates in staff education and training and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Medical Assisting certificate from an accredited program.
• Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification.
• Knowledge of basic medical assistant and back-office procedures and medical terminology.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, build positive relationships, maintain a positive attitude and warm, friendly demeanor, and work efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to travel as required for assigned sites and designated meetings or trainings.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds and push 100 pounds on wheels.
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus; high manual dexterity; ability to reach above shoulder level, bend, squat, sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, and twist or turn; good finger sensation; hearing adequate for phone work; and clear speech for staff and patient communication.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Work within a team care environment to provide patient care within the scope of practice established by the Medical Board of California.
• Coordinate duties with the Back Office Supervisor and applicable licensed providers, nurses, directors, quality staff, trainers, and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with patients on pre-visit planning.
• Create opportunities for patient access.
• Communicate effectively with the care team throughout the day.
• Maintain efficient patient care flow throughout the day.
• Provide continuity of care for patients within the care team.
• Collect and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and basic medical history.
• Administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect specimens and perform in-house diagnostic tests.
• Provide uncomplicated wound care and remove sutures.
• Perform non-invasive treatments, such as ear lavage.
• Remove splints and orthotics and apply prefabricated orthopedic appliances.
• Assist patients with ambulation and transfers.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist providers with procedures.
• Provide patient instructions and education when authorized by a provider.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR.
• Perform nail cutting for healthy patients.
• Record authorized patient treatment and care in medical records according to GVHC protocols.
• Participate in staff education and training with back-office training staff and maintain required competencies.
• Assist with facility management, including keeping patient areas clean and safe.
• Assist in responding to and resolving patient complaints as needed.
• Take responsibility for continuous improvement and accept other duties as assigned or delegated.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including 0 deductible and out-of-pocket maximums of $2,000 individual and $4,000 family, with PPO coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) with employer match.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plans.
• Gym discounts.

What This Job Offers

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