Medical Assistant

Kern County; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern County is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Behavioral Health & Recovery Services division. The role requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, a valid BLS card, and CMA certification within one year. Some assignments may require Basic Dysrhythmia certification; positions may involve flexible hours and travel within counties.

Strong bilingual abilities are encouraged. Applicants should be prepared for a written examination and must meet minimum qualifications;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Possess and maintain a current, clean, and clear American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS card; must obtain within 60 days if not already.
• Incumbents must obtain and maintain CMA certification through recognized certifying bodies within one year; failure may lead to termination.
• Some assignments may require Basic Dysrhythmia certification.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Job description

Examination Schedule:

Qualified candidates will be notified of the written examination 5 days prior to the examination date.

Examination:

Written Examination (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of a variety of techniques, methods, procedures, and/or equipment utilized in: patient care; medical terminology and metric measurement.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Possess and maintain a current, clean, and clear American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. Appointees not possessing the BLS card must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the BLS card within sixty (60) days of appointment or employment will be terminated.

Incumbents must obtain and maintain a clean and clear certification, as a Certified Medical Assistant, through the American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists or California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants within one (1) year of appointment or employment will be terminated.

Some assignments may require: Basic Dysrhythmia certification.

Full Job Description: Medical Assistant

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

A background investigation is required of candidates who wish to be considered for correctional medicine assignments. Felony convictions are disqualifying, and some misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

Note: Incumbents may be required to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

Bilingual (English/Spanish) applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline. Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College. Access the following website for information about where to obtain a qualifying certificate: Bilingual Testing (bakersfieldcollege.edu)

Employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made with Kern County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services department. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates are encouraged to indicate acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment on their application form. Candidates MUST be willing to travel to these locations (areas/district offices).

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.