Medical Assistant

New Life Health Authority; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Vacation

Training & development

Employee discounts

Job summary

New Life Clinic in the United States is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our addiction medicine team. You will support back-office functions, prepare lab specimens, manage inventory, answer patient inquiries, and keep precise records in a regulated environment.

The role requires strong attention to detail, an organized approach, and a willingness to learn new protocols while delivering patient-centered care with empathy and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Completion of a formal Medical Assistant program or 4 years of experience in outpatient settings.
• 2-3 years experience in an outpatient clinic.
• Ability to navigate an EHR system.
• Must be able to start daily at 5:30 am.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of community resources; experience with insurance verification; outreach favorable.

Responsibilities

• Report to Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner on patient issues.
• Collect body fluid samples for admitted patients.
• Prepare and maintain urinalysis, toxicology swabs, and drug screen scheduling; document results.
• Administer TB, pregnancy, and breath alcohol tests.
• Refer and follow up on TB-positive patients for chest X-ray completion.
• Measure and record vital signs; patient preparation.
• Prepare lab samples, maintain lab area, organize supply pickup.
• Perform clerical, receptionist, and communication duties as required.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Organization

EHR navigation

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program or 4 years outpatient experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

New Life Clinic is seeking to hire a versatile Medical Assistant who loves taking on a challenge and being part of an aligned, committed team. We are looking for a Medical Assistant who demonstrates patience and compassion since our clinic often sees patients when they are feeling their worst. It is important that our staff believes in our patients so they can learn to believe in themselves. A nonjudgmental approach is key. We are seeking a compassionate professional to join our committed team in addiction medicine. As Medical Assistant, you will prepare lab samples, keep track of medical supplies and inventory, respond to patient inquiries, maintain the lab area, and perform back-office duties. This role is crucial to maintaining accurate records as our program is built on a scientific approach to addiction medicine and this clinic will be highly regulated by credentialing agencies. If you are committed to creating big-picture change, have an eye for details, understand that standard protocols are essential, and like to learn new things, we look forward to speaking with you. While a kind heart is a requirement, an organized mind is also needed for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner on patient medical issues.
• Collect body fluid samples for patients being admitted to treatment.
• Prepare and maintain urinalysis, oral toxicology swabs, urine drug screen collection schedules and document results in master file.
• Administer TB, pregnancy, and breath alcohol tests to appropriate patients.
• Refer and follow-up on patients with positive TB tests to ensure chest X-ray has been completed.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Patient preparation.
• Prepare samples for the lab.
• Perform nasal swabs, urinalysis.
• Keep track of all medical supplies and inventory.
• Maintain the lab area.
• Respond to patient inquiries via phone and email.
• Organize supply pick-up with medical staff.
• Sterilize instruments.
• Perform clerical, receptionist, and communication functions for the clinic as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent to diploma (college degree preferred).
• Completion of a formal Medical Assistant program or 4 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient setting.
• 2-3 years' experience working within an outpatient medical clinic setting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Spreadsheets and other electronic computer programs.
• Ability to maintain records and files.
• Ability to navigate an EHR system.
• Ability to work the hours and days required by position, including daily 5:30 am start times.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of Community Resources
• Experience conducting insurance verification.
• Experience in outreach and inter-agency referral services preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a health care, or clinical environment
• Experience working with diverse or underserved populations in a medical or clinic setting
• Knowledge of addiction medicine or MAT program framework

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Vacation
• 401(k)
• Additional Training Support

Indian Preference

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Sections 701(b) and 703(i), preference in filling all vacancies may be given to qualified American Indian candidates. Applicant’s claiming preference must provide documentation of Native American Heritage and submit with application.

(In addition to the above, New Life Clinic is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.)