Medical Assistant

Description

Position Summary:

Perform non-invasive routine technical support services under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider.

Pay Range: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Must have successfully completed an approved course of study as a Medical Assistant.

* Must possess and maintain valid Medical Assistant Certificate.

* BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers and Certificate of Blood Withdrawal from a California BVNPT or Medical Assistant -approved provider within sixty days of hire.

Requirements

Essential Duties:

* Prepare patients (clients) for and assist physician in medical examinations.

* Performs patient care tasks, procedures and interventions authorized by a valid healthcare provider's order.

* Collects and processes specimens for testing per healthcare provider's order.

* Collects, documents and reports patient data, care and treatment, and health status in a timely and accurate manner.

* Administers medications and technical support services within scope of practice and agency procedure.

* Maintains safe, hygienic environment within medical facilities.

* Provides patient education.

* Safely and properly uses all medical equipment.

* Ensure patients fulfill all outside medical appointments, transporting as necessary.

Additional Requirements:

* Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted California driver's license and current vehicle insurance.

* Bi-lingual proficiency in Spanish is required for Shelter Care campus; strongly preferred and additionally compensated on Residential Treatment Campus.