We have 2 immediate Bilingual Medical Assistant openings for the following Clinic:
Share Ourselves Mission Viejo Clinic - 2 Full Time Medical Assistants. Mission Viejo clinic is Monday - Friday schedule.
Regular attendance and on-time arrival are conditions of retention in this position.
JOB SUMMARY: Provides medical services and information to patients, assists medical providers in the scope of care to Share Ourselves patients. Rooms patients, screens and takes vitals, preps room for patient visit. Completes electronic medical records and other documentation. Provides information to patients about their care and post-visit care/follow up. Helps maintain a clean and orderly clinic work environment. The Medical Assistant works in the team-based model of care.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages the care of patients in collaboration with other health professionals and members of the health care team in order to make decisions about treatment and attain health goals.
- Assists providers in the provision of medical services to Share Ourselves patients.
- Completes electronic medical records and other documentation accurately. Uses electronic health records system and other databases (for example, CAIRS registry, MediCal) to enter and/or secure data online.
- Prepares patients and the EHR data for the provider and type of visit. Identifies specific patient needs, if any, for effective patient care and communication.
- Performs point of care testing as required by type of visit and provider order.
- Safely administers medications and vaccines through various delivery routes per providers’ orders.
- Performs ear lavage, basic wound care and dressing changes.
- Performs basic diagnostic tests, for example, EKG, hearing and vision screenings.
- Assists providers for procedures as needed.
- Uses EHR to record data for patient encounters and follow-up care.
- Cleans and stocks rooms as scheduled and needed to meet standards.
- Identifies actual visit type and correlates with correct medical coverage classification (FAM-PACT, CDP, as examples). Works with front desk to re-code visit appropriately.
- Maintains knowledge of referral practices and protocols and correctly assists with the referral process for tests or other services.
- Works efficiently with front desk staff to manage back office patient flow.
- Follows up with patients by phone and email as needed (or directed by clinicians) to answer patient questions or check on patient status.
- Maintains all equipment in clean and proper condition.
- Works with patients by phone related to follow ups, medications and other matters.
- Attend trainings and meetings; complete other duties as requested or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS and EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Medical Assistant Certificate (must have completed a program with an externship)
- Minimum One (1) year medical assisting experience
- Bilingual Required - English and Spanish for both verbal and written communication, including use of basic medical terminology required
- Valid BLS Certification
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient Use of Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Uses electronic health record software (Share Ourselves uses Epic)
- Has personal vehicle for work use; has valid driver’s license and good personal driving record and insurance policy that meet Share Ourselves requirements
******************************************************************
What do we offer? A competitive salary and a generous benefits package for our full time team members which includes Health Insurance options covered at 100% or 90% of cost for team members and 50% for eligible dependents; We have group Medical, Dental and Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life insurance/AD &D, Voluntary Life Options, Long Term Disability, 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Employee Assistance Program, Global Travel Assistance, Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization plans offered, Tuition Reimbursement Program, 10 Paid Holidays, 10 Paid Vacation days and up to 6 paid Sick days per year.
All qualified candidates will be subject to an employment/criminal background check and must be able to provide proof of required vaccinations which include: Current TB Test, MMR, Hep B, Annual Flu vaccination and COVID Vaccine with waiver options. Share Ourselves will provide vaccines to new employee's if needed at no cost.
JOBREQ# 202403MAMV1 and 202403MAMV2,
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Pet insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Outpatient
Experience:
- Medical Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Medical Assistant Certificate (Required)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mission Viejo, CA 92691: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person