Clinic Medical Assistant: Integrated Care & MAT Support

Bhs Inc; Gardena (CA); In loco; USD 32.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K Plan

Paid Holidays plus 1 Floating Holiday

Paid Sick Time

2 weeks Paid Vacation Time

Descrizione del lavoro

BHS Inc in Gardena, CA is seeking an Experienced Medical Assistant to support clinic operations under supervision of a licensed provider and Clinic Manager. Responsibilities span patient intake, vital signs, injections, EHR documentation, and coordination of MAT, OB, and mental health services.

The role emphasizes preventive care, care gaps, immunizations, and adherence to HIPAA within a federally qualified health center setting. Valid CA driver’s license may be required for some duties.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program from an accredited institution.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, and infection control standards required.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer skills is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform both front office and back office duties, including patient intake, vital signs, and documentation.
• Must have valid California driver's license and liability insurance if driving a personal or company vehicle on BHS business.

Mansioni

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Performs clinical and administrative duties in accordance with California Business and Professions Code Sections 2069-2071.
• Perform preventive care screenings (e.g., depression screening, tobacco use, BMI).
• Identify and address care gaps using EHR tools and health maintenance alerts.
• Prepare patients for examination and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer injections, immunizations, and medications as ordered.
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose, urine dip, pregnancy tests).
• Conduct EKGs, phlebotomy (if applicable), and specimen collection.
• Operate and maintain autoclave equipment; ensure proper sterilization of instruments and supplies in accordance with infection control protocols, including documentation and monitoring.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Support preventive health measures, including immunizations, cancer screenings, and annual wellness visits.
• Review patient charts prior to visits to identify due or overdue preventive services.
• Assist in closing care gaps related to chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).
• Support quality measures aligned with UDS, HEDIS, and organizational QI goals.
• Ensure patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Conduct patient outreach and support population health initiatives.
• Support MAT/SUD with intake, screening, pharmacy coordination, treatment plan and follow up, and reinforce treatment adherence and appointment compliance through patient outreach.
• Support obstetric (OB) care by assisting with prenatal visits, coordinating labs and screenings, providing patient education and follow-up, and assisting providers during women's health procedures (e.g., pelvic exams, Pap smears) within scope of practice
• Support Mental Health services by administering and documenting standardized behavioral health screening tools, assist with medication administration processes (non-dispensing), including documentation and coordination with providers
• Participate in safety program to promote client and staff safety
• Maintain professional boundaries and standards of conduct
• Treat clients with respect, care, and concern at all times
• Maintain health and safety standards within the facility
• Recognize personal biases and demonstrate cultural sensitivity when working with diverse populations
• Attend meetings, trainings, and participate in committees as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Conoscenze

Vital signs

Room patients

EHR documentation

Infection control

HIPAA compliant

Front & back office duties

Formazione

Medical Assistant training program

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

EHR systems

Descrizione del lavoro

BHS Inc in Gardena, CA is seeking an Experienced Medical Assistant to support clinic operations under supervision of a licensed provider and Clinic Manager. Responsibilities span patient intake, vital signs, injections, EHR documentation, and coordination of MAT, OB, and mental health services.

The role emphasizes preventive care, care gaps, immunizations, and adherence to HIPAA within a federally qualified health center setting. Valid CA driver’s license may be required for some duties.