Medical Assistant I - Float - Comprehensive Care Center

Clinica Sierra Vista; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage for you and family

Vacation days per year

Wellness plan and health club benefits

Continuing education assistance

403(B) plan with company matching

Job summary

Clinica Sierra Vista is seeking a Medical Assistant I - Float for the Comprehensive Care Center in Bakersfield, CA. The role performs routine patient care and support functions under state scope of practice in a clinic setting.

The position requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program, a current BLS card, and a California driver’s license. Venipuncture experience is preferred, and EHR documentation is highly desired.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• California Driver’s license required.
• Venipuncture experience preferred; competency within one year.
• Experience with EHR documentation highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support receptionist and Medical Assistant duties as needed.
• Follow standard work procedures and resolve patient issues.
• Monitor patient scheduling to maximize access and minimize delays.
• Ensure patient check-in/out accuracy, collections, and deposits.
• Maintain medical records per policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate with RN/LVN as applicable.

Skills

Customer service

BLS certified

Education

Medical Assistant Program

Tools

EHR documentation

Job description

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Medical Assistant I - Float - Comprehensive Care Center

Full Time Regular Bakersfield, CA, US 1 Attachments

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4577

Salary Range: $25.00 To $28.50 Hourly

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We’re honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don’t inquire about immigration status because we simply don’t need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient.

As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.

Why work for us?

• Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days per year
• A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
• Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
• 403(B) plan with company matching

We're looking for someone to join our team as a Medical Assistant I - Floatwho:

The MA I will perform routine patient care, technical and supportive functions in a medical clinic setting. The Medical Assistant I -Float will function within the scope of practice as described by the State of California Board.

Essential Functions:

• Support in maintaining proficiency in the role of Receptionists and Medical Assistant duties and responsibilities.
• Training includes but is not limited to Clinica Sierra Vista’s (CSV) culture and mission, practice management system, customer service expectations, payer sources, programs, and quality initiatives on a regular basis.
• Responsible for following standard work procedures and trouble shoots any problems and resolving any patient issues at the health center.
• Responsible for monitoring the management of patient’s schedules to maximize access and minimize errors and delays
• Monitors all functions of the patient check in/out process, including collections and deposits.
• Ensures health center and team are meeting TJC, HRSA, PCMH, HEDIS, UDS, VFC, CHDP, and all quality improvement guidelines and requirements.
• Must be customer service focused and ensure staff is providing excellent patient experience, customer service, and ensure quality outcomes.
• Must be available to cover reception and assist patients with financial questions.
• Ensures the integrity and standardization of medical records, that they are retained, protected, retrieved, transferred, and disposed of according to policies, local, stated, and or federal guidelines.
• Works closely with Registered Nurse (RN) and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), if applicable.
• Maintains an efficient system for ordering forms, office, and medical supplies as designated.
• Able to perform other duties as assigned and directed. Please see attachment for full job description.

You'll be successful with the following qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program Required.
• Possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) Card required.
• Possess and maintain a California Driver’s license.
• Venipuncture experience preferred at time of hire, competency must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date. Current staff must receive competency in venipuncture within one (1) year of the job descriptions revision date.
• Experience in EHR Documentation is highly desired.
• Must adhere to Clinica Sierra Vista’s employee health/immunization requirements or provide a valid exemption request for subsequent approval.

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!