Location: Culver City, CA

Pay: 23.00

Benefits: Available after 60 days of employment.  

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Health Center Manager the Medical Assistant will be responsible providing front and back-office support in a community health center whose emphasis is delivering healthcare to individuals with developmental disabilities and other vulnerable communities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform direct patient care that falls within the Medical Assistant Scope of practice.


• Take medical history, vitals, and document patient complaints in an electronic medical record in a timely manner.


• Escort patients to exam room and conduct the necessary preparation prior to the medical exam.


• Assist provider as needed during the examination and treatment of the patient.


• Relay any instructions the provider has left for the patient.


• Provide translation services when needed.


• Operate electrocardiogram (EKG) and other equipment to administer routine screening tests.


• Give subcutaneous, intradermal and intramuscular injections and inhalation treatments under the close supervision of a licensed practitioner.


• Collect blood and other specimens then log and route them for testing.


• Maintain the safety, comfort, and privacy of the patient.


• Maintain confidentiality and security of Protected Health Information


• Keep rooms stocked, clean, and neat at all times.


• Dispose all contaminated supplies • Clean and sterilize equipment and consistently adhere to infection control policies and procedures.


• Inventory and place order requisitions for needed supplies.


• Perform front office duties such as greeting, verifying eligibility, checking-in and scheduling patients.

QUALIFICATIONS

Medical Assistant certificate as well as demonstrate having received the necessary instruction in Venipuncture, EKG, and Vital Signs.

• Current CPR card.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy.

• Ability to perform visual acuity tests as well as other basic screening tests.

• Knowledge of a family practice setting.

• Knowledge of computer applications and be able to type at a moderate speed; knowledge of an electronic health record, a plus.

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written are required.

• Basic understanding of private and public health plans.

• Basic understanding of ICD-10 and CPT coding. Working knowledge of the various programs such as VFC, CHDP, CPSP, FPACT, and PE, strongly preferred.

• Must be able to interact with people of various socioeconomic status.

• Deliver excellent customer service while interacting with patients, their caregivers and other Achievable guest

• Must be bilingual English/Spanish.