Medical Assistant - Emergency Hire

Sacramento State•Sacramento, CA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The medical assistant (MA) is a patient caregiver who, under the general supervision of the Director of Clinical Services or Senior Associate Vice President and the medical supervision of the medical provider, or registered nurse is responsible for direct and indirect patient care activities. The MA also helps maintain efficient and effective workflow to ensure high quality health care. This is an emergency hire - a temporary position lasting at most 90 days with an option of being extended to 180 days.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Possess a certificate of completion from an accredited and approved medical assisting program through the Department of Education or Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education within the Department of Consumer Affairs.
Experience assisting with clinical procedures (e.g., suture removal, electrocardiograms, peak flow testing, spirometry, applying pre-made splints, assisting physicians/nurse practitioners with splints or casts, nasal smears, ear lavage, throat cultures, and rooming for exams.
Experience providing intramuscular, intradermal or subcutaneous immunizations/injections.
Experience performing standard tests and limited procedures (e.g., administering point of service Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments [CLIA] waived laboratory testing and processing).
Phlebotomy experience and training.
Experience performing non-clinical duties (e.g., coordinate patient flow, maintain supplies/inventory, prepare instrument packets/trays, ability to greet and register patients, etc.).
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to be sensitive and communicate effectively with patients.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and inventory.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a diverse setting.
Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to work within an Electronic Medical Record.
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Must reside in the State of California.
Must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.