Medical Assistant (Virtual Clinic - Temporary Assignment)
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists the physician with patient care according to established standards and practices, delivering medical services efficiently and professionally. The role requires the ability to perform typical Medical Assistant duties, including front-desk procedures, and to take initiative in supporting clinic functions. Medical Assistants are expected to provide outstanding customer service, adapt to working with a variety of people in the surrounding community, and provide high-quality care while demonstrating the organization's core values. This is a temporary, full-time, in-person assignment in Tustin, California, paying $23–$25 per hour depending on experience. The assignment begins on the date of hire and is expected to continue through the end of January; the end date may change based on clinic needs. General hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., though start times and schedules may vary with organizational, staffing, community, and patient needs. Weekend availability is required, typically one Saturday per month, and overtime may occur. Families Together of Orange County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics or categories under local, state, or federal law.
Requirements
- Medical Assistant Certificate or Diploma.
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant performing front-office work in a clinic setting.
- Skills in supply management, verbal communication, infection control, creating a safe and effective environment, organization, scheduling, professionalism, customer focus, and confidentiality.
- Weekend availability, typically one Saturday per month.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of general EMR/EHR systems is preferred.
- Eligibility verification experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Verify patient information by interviewing patients, recording medical histories, and confirming reasons for visits.
- Prepare patients for examination by taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting a summary of patient history.
- Perform on-site testing and procedures as ordered by the physician.
- Protect patient information and confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records and other patient information.
- Accurately record patient information, measurements, procedure documentation, and test results in the electronic medical record, and secure the workstation when finished.
- Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Manage supplies by taking inventory, placing orders, and verifying receipt.
- Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and arranging repairs.
- Participate in the quality management program.
- Perform front-office procedures to schedule, check in, and process patients.
- Perform assigned start-of-day and end-of-day procedures.
- Perform other trained tasks and other duties within scope as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
