Float Medical Assistant

Riverside San Bernardino County Indian Health; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside San Bernardino County Indian Health seeks a Float Medical Assistant for Pechanga in Temecula, CA. The role supports family practice, women’s health, pediatrics, podiatry, and pain management in an ambulatory setting.

You must have a Medical Assistant certificate, HS diploma, 1 year of MA experience, BLS, and be willing to travel between RSBCIHI locations. Evening and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduate or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Certificate (documentation of diploma or certificate required).
• Experience: 1 year as a Medical Assistant; 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, age-specific care in ambulatory primary care.
• Communicate effectively with staff, providers, and patients while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist in scheduling and patient flow to improve health maintenance and satisfaction.
• Perform and document minor treatments and waived testing procedures as needed.
• Monitor supplies and assist in maintaining logs and reports for patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

EHR familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Pechanga - Temecula, CA 92592 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: HS Diploma & License/Certification Salary Range: $22.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: Road Warrior Job Category: Nursing

Summary:

Applicant must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have successfully completed a Medical Assistant certificate program. National Medical Assistant certification is also preferred. A minimum of one year of experience as a Medical Assistant is required; two years of experience is preferred. Applicant must possess a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Certification must be obtained before orientation. The Float Medical Assistant is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position requires flexibility to work variable schedules based on patient and program needs, including one late night per week until 7:00 p.m. and occasional last-minute schedule changes. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to various RSBCIHI locations are required. Applicant must be able to provide competent, age-specific care to patients in an ambulatory primary care setting. This includes supporting various specialties, such as family practice, women’s health, pediatrics, podiatry, and pain management; performing treatments and procedures; and conducting CLIA-waived testing procedures. Must be able to work with the Indian Community and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver competent, age-specific care to patients in an ambulatory, primary care setting, including performance of treatments/procedures, performance of waived testing procedures, and participation in patient education activities.
• Exhibit a professional manner by communicating effectively with fellow employees, medical providers, and patients/families, while maintaining confidentiality regarding personnel issues.
• Contribute to efficient and effective patient flow during daily operation by:
  • Maintaining current knowledge of front-desk procedure to expedite scheduling of patients and completion of appropriate paperwork.
  • Participating, within the scope of Medical Assistant practice, in visit planning activities to improve health maintenance compliance and customer satisfaction.
  • Preparing patient and equipment/supplies for various procedures.
• Demonstrate expertise in patient screening activities and skillful use of medical equipment, including:
  • Accurate, timely documentation of screening test results.
  • Prompt notification to appropriate licensed staff, which may include Registered Nurse, and/or Licensed Vocational Nurse, and/or medical provider in the instance of abnormal results of screening procedures.
  • Performance of appropriate equipment maintenance and prompt reporting of equipment malfunction.
• Use patient related computer applications appropriately.
• Under supervision by a physician and/or nurse practitioner, and within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, performs and documents minor treatment and procedures (i.e. ear irrigations, foot care, procedures involving personal hygiene).
• Participants in effective and efficient use of resources by monitoring supply and material inventories and following proper procedures to reorder and restock as directed by the Charge Nurse and/Director of Nursing & Outreach Services.
• Assist in maintaining accurate tracking logs and systems for patient care health maintenance issues.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions and participate in organizational performance improvement activities.
• Refer to the Ambulatory Care Nursing Manual, Program Administration Manual, and other established guidelines and protocols as necessary to comply with this organization’s standards of performance.
• Participate in clinic related health events in the communities served by the corporation.
• Other duties as assigned by the Site Manager or Director of Nursing/Outreach.
• This position requires working evenings and on weekends, if needed.
• This position requires floating to various clinics within the RSBCIHI system to provide staff coverage, as assigned by the Director of Nursing, or assigned designee.

Qualifications

Education: High School graduate or equivalent.

Medical Assistant Certificate (documentation of diploma or certificate required).

Experience

Required: 1 year as a Medical Assistant in related position.

Preferred: 2 years as a Medical Assistant in related position.

Certification

Preferred: National Medical Assistant Certification.

Valid CPR (BLS Provider) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross. Certification may be obtained prior to orientation.

Knowledge of

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office), Utilization of electronic health record systems.

Skill

Ability to effectively communicate with multiple disciplines within the medical team including providers, pharmacy, nursing staff, and pharmacy staff.

Ability

Work a variable schedule to meet client and program needs.

Must be able to work with the Indian Community, and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.

Physical Demands

Receiving phone calls and working on computer equipment. There is frequent exposure to infectious diseases. Frequent walking, bending, and reaching. Standing and/or sitting for long periods of time. Lifting up to 50lbs required. The incumbent will be required to assist patients who are frail or handicapped. Driving will be required between clinics. This position is considered a uniformed service and a dress code is published.

Schedule

40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. including one late night per week until 7:00 p.m. and occasional last-minute schedule changes.

Appointment Type

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation

$22.00 per hour ($45,760 Annually)

Clinic Location

Pechanga Clinica as Assigned. Travel required to other RSBCIHI locations as needed.

RSBCIHI clinic locations include:

• Santa Rosa Indian Health Clinic (65175 St. Highway 74 Mountain Center, Ca 92561)
• Morongo Indian Health Clinic (11555 ½ Potrero Banning, Ca 92220)
• Soboba Indian Health Clinic (23119 Soboba Rd San Jacinto, Ca 92583)
• Torres Martinez Indian Clinic (66-655 Martinez Rd Thermal, Ca 92274)
• Cahuilla Indian Health Clinic (53000 Cahuilla Rd. Anza, Ca 92539)
• Barstow Indian Health Clinic (170 Yucca Ave. Barstow, Ca 92311)