Transit Village Womens Medical Assistant I/II

La Clinica De La Raza • Oakland, CA

409d • $49,566 - $61,547

About The Position

The Medical Assistant I/II position at La Clinica de La Raza is designed for individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinic environment. The role involves a combination of clinical and administrative responsibilities, requiring accuracy, efficiency, and a human touch to enhance the overall patient experience. Medical Assistants will engage with diverse patient populations, perform various medical tasks, and support healthcare providers in delivering quality care.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited MA Training program or current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• One year of hospital/clinic/medical office experience and completion of on-the-job training with documented sign off on all competencies within 90 days of hire for MA-I.
• Certification from recognized medical assistant certifying organizations for MA-II.
• Must hold a current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate within 30 days of hire for MA-II.
• Preferred Phlebotomy Certification.
• Health clearances and immunization records required of all healthcare professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or other languages as required to meet the needs of the patient population.
• Experience in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to accept changes gracefully.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and set up medical laboratory equipment.
• Verify purpose of visit with the patient and record medical history in the Electronic Health Record system (EHR).
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patient information.
• Administer health questionnaires and prepare patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests and taking vital signs.
• Effectively communicate requests from patients to provider or care team members.
• Perform routine medical tasks and procedures, including vision tests, urine dipstick tests, pregnancy tests, and blood glucose testing.
• Collect finger stick blood specimens and assist in the collection of tissue or other laboratory specimens.
• Conduct specialized procedures under the direction of a clinician such as nebulizer treatments and wound care.
• Coordinate patient flow to maximize patient access and service.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or providers' instructions to patients.
• Schedule follow-up appointments or recall appointments after visit.
• Help providers examine and treat patients.
• Prepare and administer medications and injections as directed by a provider.
• Provide prescription information to pharmacies, as directed by a provider.
• Actively participate in panel management and population health practices.
• Complete and review information at end of patient visit.
• Administer immunizations and document in EHR and other electronic tracking systems.
• Ensure that all logs, forms, records, and charts are complete, thorough, and accurate.
• Provide patient education and follow-up care instructions as instructed by provider.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees