Medical Assistant – Part Time

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of a provider or registered nurse, the Per Diem Medical Assistant provides clinical services to Center patients and also provides administrative support to the assigned patient area.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Certification in Medical Assistant Training or enrollment in nursing school, physician assistant school or completion of bachelor’s degree with health science training.

Representative Job Duties

  • Obtain and record patient vital signs; perform point-of-care testing, EKGs, and screenings for both primary care and specialty patients in an outpatient setting.

  • Assist registered nurses and providers with clinical care, including vaccine and medication administration, procedures, pre-visit planning, and care coordination.

  • Greet patients and provide non-confidential information to patients and visitors in a professional manner.

  • Answer telephone calls, take messages accurately, and direct urgent or emergency calls to the appropriate staff.

  • Ensure patient information is accurate and up to date in the electronic medical record system.

  • Coordinate the retrieval of outside medical records for new patients and those receiving outside specialty care.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning outpatient clinic, including stocking rooms, rooming patients, and managing patient flow from arrival to departure, as well as scheduling follow-up visits.

  • Troubleshoot operational issues such as provider delays, late arrivals, complex patient needs, and staffing adjustments as needed.

  • Deliver excellent customer service, ensuring patients feel staff are courteous, efficient, and genuinely concerned for their well-being.

  • Communicate with providers and patients regarding patient volume, wait times, and schedule delays.

  • Foster positive working relationships with all health center departments, supervisory staff, and administrative staff.

  • Perform additional duties as requested by supervisors to ensure efficient clinic operations and quality patient care.

  • Order and maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies; ensure all equipment is clean, sterilized, in good working order, and report repair needs promptly.

  • Follow infection control policies to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

  • Transport patients via wheelchair within the facility when needed.

  • Carry out other assigned duties to support clinic operations.


Competitive benefits package. Pay range: $23.62 - $28.20 per hour

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Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

  • Primary Care

Please submit cover letter and resume to hr@sbchc.org.

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