Certified Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Per Diem, Day Shift

Adventist Health; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sonora is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide non-invasive, routine technical support under the supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife.

The role involves setting up exam rooms, maintaining patient recall and continuity of care logs for lab tests, obtaining vital signs and reporting findings, and performing audiometry and vision testing, along with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Audiometry/vision training certificate is preferred.
• Phlebotomy certificate is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification per AH policy is required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up exam rooms and maintains a patient recall system with lab/test continuity.
• Obtains vital signs and reports significant findings to the physician.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent

Job description

Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

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.