Medical Assistant

Redding Rancheria; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term disability

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Assistant at the Churn Creek Health Center in Redding, California. The role involves supporting patient intake, assisting with procedures, and ensuring quality care. Candidates should have certification or relevant experience, CPR certification, and a collaborative spirit. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Employment conditions apply including drug screening and TB testing.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant or at least 2 years of related healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, and medical law/ethics.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial admission of patients to the Health Center.
• Perform patient intake for appointments and verify check-in procedures.
• Anticipate medical provider needs and set up medical procedures.
• Enter patient data for compliance with quality measures.
• Manage patient flow and communicate wait times.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology/procedures

Ability to function in a fast-paced environment

CPR certification

Team player attitude

Education

Certification as a Medical Assistant or 2 years healthcare experience

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the assigned Nursing Supervisor and/or Director of Nursing, the Medical Assistant at the Churn Creek Health Center works as an integral part of the healthcare team, responsible for the facilitation and delivery of high quality, direct patient care. The preferred schedule for this position is Sunday through Wednesday, 7:00 am‑6:00 pm.

REQUIREMENTS / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification as a Medical Assistant or at least 2 years of related healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology/procedures, human anatomy and medical law/ethics.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to function and perform in a fast‑paced environment, problem‑solve, be a self‑starter and active team player.
• Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
• Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assist with initial admission of patients to the Health Center, including new patient intake and data entry, processing of release of information, and support of medical reception staff.
• Perform patient intake for appointments: verification of check‑in procedures, review of medical screenings, timely rooming, obtaining vital signs, confirming chief complaints, reviewing patient history and allergies, and entering information into the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Anticipate medical provider needs and proficiently set up medical procedures, including preparation of lab specimens, procedural tray set‑up for vasectomies, circumcisions, IUD placement/removals, sutures, casts, pap and pelvic examinations.
• Enter patient data for compliance with quality measures (Quality Improvement Process, Government Performance and Results Act, and Partnership Measures) for facility reimbursement.
• Assist with patient flow management by acting as a liaison, informing patients of status and wait times, relaying pertinent information to providers, and facilitating follow‑up scheduling or rescheduling of appointments.
• Participate in patient education, ensuring patients receive resources to understand medications, treatments, disease management, expectations, and when to follow up. Assist with explaining treatments and procedures at the start of applicable appointments.
• Deliver routine immunizations and perform rights of medication administration (right drug, dose, route, reason, patient, time, documentation), identify appropriate injection sites, and adhere to antiseptic technique during medication preparation and delivery.

BENEFITS

Redding Rancheria offers an excellent benefit package containing Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/Long Term disability, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, as well as a generous 401(k) retirement plan.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen, criminal background screening, and a Tuberculosis (TB) test after hiring, with annual re‑testing. All employees are required to submit to a TB test after they are hired in addition to being tested annually.

EEO STATEMENT

Indian preference applies, but all applicants who wish to apply for this position are welcome. Certification of Native American heritage must be attached to the job application.

E‐VERIFY STATEMENT

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E‑Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees