28 Jul
Medical Assistant (MA) - Urgent Care
California, Sanger 00000 Sanger USA

Vacancy expired!

A UHC Medical Assistant (MA) shows genuine warmth with patients and has the ability to make them feel comfortable in the health center while providing effective and technically competent nursing assistance to both patients and UHC providers. The MA assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Primary tasks are to interview patients, measure vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and record information on patients' charts (paper or electronic). MA may be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Finally, the MA prepares treatment rooms and exam rooms for examination of patients. The Medical Assistant position provides or facilitates the provision of information needed by both patients and clinicians. Furthermore, they ensure a smooth and well-connected patient flow. The Medical Assistant reports to the Nursing Supervisor.Work Hours: Monday through Friday: 12:00 Noon - 9:00pmSaturday and Sunday: 9:00am - 5:30pmWorks closely with the Nursing Supervisor and other members of the clinic management team to:

Provides prompt medical support; promotes a smooth patient flow; collects and records data accurately; maintains order of exam rooms, equipment and supplies

Provides basic education and information to patients, making sure patients’ questions are answered and anxieties alleviated and interfaces with community-oriented activities and staff

Achieves the organizational mission to provide health care access for all the members of the community. Helps make sure patients and families get the care they need when they need it.

Consistently and openly communicates with supervisor and all staff.

Works flexible or extended hours where necessary.

Participates in health center in-services and meeting, listening and respecting others’ ideas.

Abides by Rules of Confidentiality.

EDUCATION

High School graduate or GED.

Completed training program in Medical Assisting from Accredited College.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

Possess a valid CPR certificate

PRIOR EXPERIENCE

Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in an ambulatory care setting

SKILLS

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Able to quickly build and maintain rapport with patients and providers of differing backgrounds; team player

Customer-service oriented

Strong computer skills

Familiar with adult learning and general training techniques

Positive professional insight

Flexibility and dependability

Demonstrated good problem-solving skills; sound judgment

Effective leadership/supervisory skills

Modern office practices and procedures including email

Intermediate computer skills

Attention to detail and excellent follow-through on work tasks

Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

ID: 2020-1674 Street: 1570 7th Street

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