Medical Assistant

MACT Health Board Inc; Woodfords (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and life ins.

403(b) retirement plan

PTO including vacation, sick time, and

Student Loan Repayment Program

Direct Student Loan Contributions

Continuing Education credits

HRSA/IHS loan repayment eligibility

Competitive pay of $25.56-$30.10 per h

Job summary

MACT Health Board Inc in California is seeking a committed Medical Assistant for a full-time clinical role to support the Medical Department and assist patients across visits.

You will help with front and back office tasks, prepare for visits, take vitals, assist with exams, labs, and injections, and maintain supplies. Strong benefits and competitive pay accompany this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS/ALS certificate preferred.
• Experience in medical field preferred.
• Must pass Occupational Health Screening.
• Valid I-9 compliant identification verified via E Verify.
• Clean DMV driving record and MACT auto insurance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients during all stages of visits.
• Support both front and back office procedures.
• Complete visit preparation activities for upcoming visits.
• Participate in morning and afternoon Team Huddles.
• Ensure reports and labs are attached to the patient record before appointments.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and record intake measurements.
• Assist provider with exams and procedures.
• Perform lab tests, screening and phlebotomy as trained.
• Maintain equipment and inventory of supplies.
• Clean and restock exam rooms and lab between visits.
• Monitor inboxes and assist with tasks and med refills.
• Perform prior authorizations for medications, referrals, and testing.
• Maintain immunization/injectables logs.
• Adhere to safety standards and professional communication.

Skills

Patient care

Medical office support

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lab equipment handling

Job description

Since 1969, MACT Health Board’s mission has been to improve the health status of the American Indian and Alaskan Native population. Our goal is to continue to provide high quality care to our patients throughout a variety of services, including Medical, Behavioral Health, Chiropractic, Dental, Optometry, Massage Therapy, Women’s Health, and more.

Why MACT Health Care Inc?

Are you searching for a career that offers more than just a paycheck? A career where your professional skills directly empower the health and well-being of our local communities? At MACT Health Board, that’s not just an idea—it’s our daily mission and we invite you to explore our Career Opportunities. You won’t be just another employee; you’ll be a valued member of a team committed to making a difference and we know that taking care of our community starts with taking care of our own. We reward our employees with competitive compensation, benefit options and provide training and advancement opportunities to provide you with the skills to succeed in your future! Our careers offer a unique balance of philanthropic opportunities, cultural preservation and individual value! When you join MACT, you’ll enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and life insurance benefits at no-cost to the employee
• 403(b) retirement plan, PTO including vacation, sick time, paid holidays and more
• Balanced working hours; Monday-Friday 8-5pm.
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Direct Student Loan Contributions: Our BenefitED program allows us to make direct quarterly contributions to your student loans to help you pay them off faster
• Continuing Education credits: We empower our providers to stay at the top of their field. We offer reimbursement for continuing education and licensure fees.
• As an eligible employer for loan repayment programs under the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the Indian Health Service (IHS), your career with MACT can significantly reduce or eliminate your student debt
• Competitive pay of $25.56-$30.10 hourly

Who you are:

We are seeking a supportive Medical Assistant for a Full Time role working in a clinical setting. As a member of the health care team, the Medical Assistant will assist and support the Medical Department’s professional staff. The Medical Assistant will:

• Provide care to patients during all stages of their visits
• Supports both front and back office procedures
• Completes visit preparation activates for upcoming visits
• Participate in morning and afternoon Team Huddles
• Ensure all related reports, labs and information is attached and available in patients’ medical record prior to appointments
• Escort patients to exam rooms and complete Intake actions such as: vital signs, weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature
• Assist provider with patient exam and procedures
• Perform various lab tests, screening and phlebotomy testing consistent with training and clinic policies
• Assist with maintenance and inventory of medical equipment and supplies
• Clean and restock exam room and lab between patient visits
• Monitor provides inboxes and assist with tasks and medication refills
• Perform prior authorizations for medications, referrals, and diagnostic testing as needed
• Maintain tracking and log records for immunizations, injectables, etc.
• Adhere to safety and control standards at all times
• Maintain high level of professional communication with staff

What you need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current BLS/ALS certificate preferred
• Experience in medical field preferred
• Must pass Occupational Health Screening.
• Must possess a valid form of identification as listed on the U.S. Department of Justice I-9 form, verified using the E Verify system.
• Clean DMV driving record and MACT auto insurance driving eligibility (determined by auto insurance carrier).

The position requires an awareness and keen appreciation of American Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs and the ability at all times to meet and deal effectively in contacts with Indian health organizations which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulnessand good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.

AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE:

Preference in filling of a vacancy will be given to qualified American Indian applicants in accordance with the Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Sections 472 & 473) and Public Law 93-638, provided the applicant has submitted appropriate verification of Indian preference for employment. Other than the aforementioned requirement, the MACT Health Board, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT REQUIREMENT:

MACT Health Board, Inc. is required to implement the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 45 CFR Part 79, Subpart F. As such it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees who are reasonably suspected of violating this act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Employer required fitness examinations shall include drug testing as evidence of employee and employer compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.