Certified Medical Assistant

Adventist Health; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Ukiah Valley is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide non-invasive, routine clinical support under the supervision of licensed clinicians.

The role includes room setup, patient check-in, recording vital signs, and assisting with audiometry and vision testing. A high school diploma and recognized medical assisting certification are required; BLS is mandatory, with CHDP or phlebotomy credentials preferred to broaden duties.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification is required.
• Phlebotomy certificate is preferred.
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or CHDP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

Audiometry

Vision testing

Patient screening

Education

High School Education/GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider

Phlebotomy certificate

CHDP certificate (Preferred)

Job description

Adventist Health Ukiah Valley has been deeply connected to the community we serve since 1956. We are comprised of a 50-bed acute care medical center, level IV trauma center, level II intensive care nursery services, extensive physical rehabilitation program, outpatient surgery and diagnostic center and advanced wound care center. Ukiah is a unique small town that charms you with its rich character, arts, vineyards and natural surroundings. Ukiah beckons you to explore all that the valley has to offer amidst our 300 days of sunshine each year. We are also conveniently located just two hours north of San Francisco and 45 minutes from the Pacific Coast.

Job Summary:

Performs non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications:

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred
• Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.