Medical Assistant I

Job DetailsJob Location: Sacramento, CA 95823Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $24.50 - $26.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: MedicalPOSITION SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant I perform duties such as: tray set-ups for patient treatment, vital signs, assist doctor with patient treatments/procedure, break down exam rooms and re-set for next patients, clean and sterilize, help with maintenance of medical equipment, and assist with explanation of treatment option and treatment coordinating with patient. May perform other related work to include, but not limited to scheduling appointments, answering phones, pull and file charts, training new staff, inventory control, assisting with ordering supplies, help with dental referrals, and help with medical billing.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Listed below you will find essential duties and responsibilities to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodation will be granted, as necessary to perform the essential duties and function of this position.


Document Chief Complaint, Patient medical history, social history, family history, current medications, and other pertinent information
Take and document patient vital signs: Blood pressure, temperature, etc.
Prepare patients and exam rooms for medical test and examinations
Create a positive and comfortable atmosphere for patients
Assist Providers during examination, treatment and procedures as requested
Perform minor procedures direct supervision of a provider
Collect specimens and label as required
Perform lab tests such as UA/UPT, EKG, HGB, etc. as requested and allowable
Administer topical, oral, intramuscular medications/vaccines as ordered and qualified
Stock exam rooms daily
Stock and monitor medical supplies, medications, and vaccines
Inform manager of all shortages of supplies or any malfunctioning equipment
Clean and sanitize all rooms such as exam, treatment, vital, and waiting rooms.
Clean and sterilize medical instruments in accordance to policies and procedures
Accurately document vaccine and medical supply usage
Record Vaccine refrigerator/s and freezer/s temperature twice daily
Import Labs into patient files
Assist with communication between provider, patient, HALO personnel and third party providers
Complete lab slips and other required forms when necessary
Traveling to other medical clinics to provide coverage
Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, other governing authority regulations, and Internal Policies and Procedures
Assure all work/laboratory/exam areas are compliant in all standards such as OSHA, Medical Board, HALO Policies and Procedures
At all times you will perform and undertake such other duties and responsibilities as are requested of you by Office Manager and/or Provider

QualificationsThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATION


High School Diploma OR equivalent
Certificate of completion for an accredited Medical Assistant Program
One year of experience as a medical assistant preferred





SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE


Ability to conduct oneself in a profession manner
Ability to cooperative and collaborate with a team of medical professional to provide non-discriminatory care to underserved patient populations
Ability to use Word, Excel, Power point, and Outlook
Ability to learn and use Electronic Health Record Systems (e.g., IMS, EPIC and Dentrix).
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high volume environment.
Ability to prioritize and perform a variety of tasks in a fast paced environment.
Ability to take initiative and function with a high level of independence and problem solve.
Ability to maintain a good attendance and report to work on time
Ability to effectively communicate (oral and written)  
Ability to provide good customer/patient services
Ability to lift 20 pounds
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for 7-8 hours per day
Ability to adhere to the health center’s policies and procedures include but not limited to safety, employment and medical care services.




 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

The work environment is characteristic of a clinic environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to handle or feel.  The employee is also required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  The employee must also possess hearing and speech to