Medical Assistant

One Community Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

One Community Health in Carmichael, CA is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurse practitioners in a collaborative care setting. Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking vital signs, processing EMR documentation, conducting EKGs and urinalysis, and administering medications per order.

The role requires a high school diploma, Medical Assistant certification, and active CPR/BLS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant certification demonstrating completion of a one-year program at college or technical school.
• Active CPR, BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and position the patient for examination by physician and/or nurse practitioner.
• Explain the visit basics and respond to questions, easing fears and reassuring the patient.
• Take height, weight, blood pressure and vital signs; document in the EMR.
• Obtain information on prior labs, x-rays, tests, and visit history.
• Obtain specimens, conduct EKGs and urinalysis; record results in the EMR.
• Administer injections and medications per provider orders; observe for adverse reactions.
• Notify physician immediately of any baseline status changes or emergent conditions.

Skills

Vital signs

EMR documentation

EKG

Urinalysis

Medication administration

Patient education

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

This position is full-time and will be responsible to provide care to patients, under the direction of the Health Center Manager and physician and participates as an active member of the clinic care team. The incumbent is responsible for the use of universal precautions at all times.
This role is on-site at our Carmichael location in Carmichael, CA (95608).

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and/or positions the patient for examination by physician and/or nurse practitioner.
• Explains the basics of what to expect during the visit and respond to questions, eases fears and reassures and relaxes patient.
• Takes height, weight, blood pressure and vital signs and documents the information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) vital template.
• Obtain information regarding previous labs, x-rays, tests, and pertinent visit information.
• Obtains specimens, conducts EKG's, urinalysis and other tasks related to this position and records information and outcomes in the EMR as directed by physician and/or nurse practitioner.
• Administer injections and medications as indicated in a written ordered documented in by the provider/nurse practitioner and following the five rights of medication administration which include, 1) right patient; 2) right route; 3) right dose; 4) right time; 5) right medication. Medication expiration dates are also checked.
• Observe patient for reaction following tests, medication or procedures. Responsible for notifying physician/nurse practitioner immediately of baseline changes in patient's status or follows emergency procedures.

Education/Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant certification demonstrating completion of a one one-year program at college or technical school.
• Active CPR, BLS Certification.

Preferred:

• Ability to collaborate effectively across a broad spectrum of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates who demonstrate inclusive thinking and interpersonal awareness help strengthen our commitment to equitable and compassionate care for all.
• Demonstrated person-centered approach and familiarity with trauma informed systems and restorative practices.

Reasonable Accommodations

One Community Health endorses and supports the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants or employees who need accommodations. If you require an accommodation due to a disability to complete this application or you are experiencing difficulty submitting your application, please contact us [e-mail].

Our Benefits

For more information on the comprehensive benefits we provide, please visit:https://onecommunityhealth.com/careers/recruitment

Additional Information:

We only employ US citizens and non-US citizens authorized to work in the United States in compliance with federal law.