Medical Assistant II
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Description:Providence is calling a Medical Assistant II (Full-Time/ Day Shift) to Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Mission Hills, CA.We are seeking a Medical Assistant II who will work under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. A MA II performs all aspects of the MA I role and is fully competent in the clinical needs/functions for assigned clinic/location of work. An MA II is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulationsIn this position you will have the following responsibilities:
Perform all duties and passed competency testing/evaluation as required for a Medical Assistant I
Ability to perform all front and back office skills as appropriate to role and certification. (ex: vital signs, set up/assist with minor procedures, EKG, blood pressure, point of care testing, patient authorizations, scheduling, etc.)
Perform increasingly advanced procedures with validated competencies
Provide accurate, complete, legible and timely documentation of all procedures performed in the patient's medical record
Follow correct procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous, infectious, and pharmaceutical waste
According to organizational standards, prepare, clean and sterilize, and/or reprocess, instruments (autoclaving) and maintain equipment with validated competencies
Anticipate and proactively plan for practitioner and patient needs
Demonstrate a commitment to education and sharing of knowledge
Assist in orientation of new team members and serves as a role model of best practices to others
Provide open and timely communication and information to patients, families, and practitioners (as appropriate)
Consistently meet skill based competency expectations established for the organization
Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization and serve as an ambassador for the organization when interfacing with anyone outside the organization
Qualifications:Required qualifications for this position includes:
High School Diploma or GED and graduate of accredited school for medical assistants and certificate
Active MA Certification through state where hired (WA only); OR one of the nationally recognized MA programs: AAMA, AMCA, NHA, AMT, NCCT, or NAHP; or a graduate of schools for MA diploma/certificate from the military in Medical Specialist Course
National certification/registration (AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT) as a Medical Assistant in the following states: AK, CA, MT, OR, TX, NM
WA State MA-C to work in state of WA (MA-R not accepted for MA II role)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) - Must be American Heart Association (AHA) accredited
Six (6) months healthcare experience
Six (6) months medical Assistant experience
Flexibility to meet the changing needs of the patients and the various clinics
Ability to treat people with respect under all circumstances, instill trust in others while upholding the values of the organization
Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally, as well as to interact in a professional manner with colleagues, patients, families, and visitors
Demonstrated PC skills (ex: MS Office and EHR use)
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail
Demonstrate awareness of current state, federal, and local laws relating to position and patient care
Comply with all applicable infection control and safety procedures
Increasingly expanded knowledge of principles and practices governing MA role and the ability to apply them effectively
Perform delegated work with minimal oversight.Must possess expanded knowledge of vaccinations, medications, their use, to include brand and generic names related to the clinic/location supported
Ability to analyze, problem solve, and prioritize multiple tasks under pressure
Demonstrate a high degree of accountability with increasing responsibilities
About the organization you will serve:Facey Medical Group is a multi-specialty medical group with over 160 physicians providing care to the growing population in the North & East regions of Los Angeles & Ventura Counties. Twelve medical clinics, including two urgent care centers and dedicated women's centers, are located across the San Fernando, Santa Clarita and Simi Valleys. The group began as a single medical practice over 90 years ago.Facey is part of Providence Health & Services, an integrated, not-for-profit 5-state network of hospitals, care centers, medical clinics, affiliated services and educational facilities spanning from California to Alaska.We offer a full comprehensive range of benefits - see our website for detailshttp://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/rewards-benefits/Our MissionAs expressions of God’s healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.About UsProvidence Health & Services is a not-for-profit Catholic network of hospitals, care centers, health plans, physicians, clinics, home health care and services guided by a Mission of caring the Sisters of Providence began over 160 years ago. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.Schedule: Full-timeShift: DayJob Category: Medical AssistantLocation: California-Mission HillsReq ID: 267163
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