Medical Assistant (VSWC)

Sante Health System, Inc; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sante Health System seeks a skilled Medical Assistant to support back-office patient flow at our Fresno site. You will assist with examinations, take vital signs, prepare rooms, and help with injections, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring patient safety.

The ideal candidate has an accredited MA program, high school diploma, and is bilingual in Spanish. This role offers full-time, non-exempt hours at Valle y Sleep and Wellness Center with emphasis on teamwork and quality care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment; take vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms with instruments and supplies.
• Maintain sterile technique for treatments and sterilization.
• Assist physicians with procedures and injections as ordered.
• Follow physician orders for treatments and medications.
• Draw medications for injections as directed by physician.
• Assist in submitting pharmacy requests as needed.
• Manage supply inventory and request replenishments.
• Maintain patient files and confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Participate in required meetings and professional development.
• Back-up front office duties as needed.

Skills

Bi-lingual Spanish

Excellent communication

Vital signs

Patient care

Medical office software

Education

High school diploma / GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program

MA certification preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Sante Health System is seeking an exceptional Medical Assistant to join our team in Fresno, CA at one of our busy medical sites, Valley Sleep and Wellness Center (VSWC). This position is responsible for supporting and monitoring patient flow in back office and the delivering of primary health care and patient care management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants required.
• Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants preferred.
• Bi-lingual Spanish preferred.

OUR IDEAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT/BACK OFFICE

• Positive - a can-do attitude that lifts those around you
• Customer service oriented - focused on the needs of others
• Strong Communication - be comfortable on the phone and email, with ability to communicate clearly
• Detail-oriented - a commitment to achieving a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Self-motivated - no-task-too-small approach to the work, sees what needs to be done and does it
• Efficient - a knack for effectively prioritizing tasks and managing your time

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
• Skill in taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards including, but not limited to confidentiality.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient's vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Prepare and maintain supply and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assist physicians in preparing for office procedures and giving injections.
• Follow physician's order for treatment as requested for each patient.
• Draw appropriate medications for injections per physician orders.
• May assist in submitting pharmacy requests as ordered by physician.
• Maintain appropriate supply inventory and submit request for supplies to back office lead as needed.
• Submit authorizations and orders to appropriate facilities as needed and ordered by physician for patient continuation of care.
• Maintain patient files, records and other information.
• Attend required meetings and participates in professional development activities.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Follow all MA competencies.
• Back-up to front office duties as needed.
• In the spirit of teamwork, employees are expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested.

ABOUT SANTE HEALTH SYSTEM

Sante Health System is a Management Services Organization that serves multiple clients. "Sante" is the French word for health. Our name symbolizes our commitment to good health, progressive care, and leadership in our community. Sante is one of the largest healthcare claims and billing management companies in Central California. The strength of Sante is the extraordinary network of physicians, health plans, and other health service providers it offers the people of our valley. Sante coordinates with physicians, health plans, hospitals, and ancillary providers to ultimately benefit the patient in a managed care environment. Sante Health System provides numerous client services such as billing, claims processing, contracting, credentialing, finance, human resources, information services, marketing/communications, physician services, practice management, provider relations, quality improvement, and utilization management. With over 30 years of service to the community we deeply understand that we would not be successful in enhancing the quality of life of our patients without our incredible team. This is why we have created a work culture that is comprised of talented, driven, dedicated, innovative, and service-driven professionals. We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement. Being part of our team is like being part of a big family. Join our team and make Sante Health System your home away from home.

SCHEDULE

Full Time/Non-Exempt

www.santehealth.net

Salary: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour