Medical Assistant

at  California State University Stanislaus

Job no: 543774
Department: Coord Acces Retent Equity Svcs
Work type: Staff
Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Probationary, Health Professionals, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)
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POSITION SUMMARY

• Two full-time positions available on or after January 6, 2025 for Student Health Center.
  Under the lead direction of the Clinic Manager and the general supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of semi-skilled support duties in relation to patient care, clerical duties and housekeeping duties. The Student Health Center is a fully accredited outpatient clinic that provides primary medical care, health education, wellness promotion, and disease prevention to students at Stanislaus State. This role involves working with a diverse population, assisting them in navigating healthcare with dignity and understanding.
  In regard to patient care, the technical medical support functions are performed in compliance with applicable state regulations and the Medical Board of California. The Medical Assistant primarily provides support to medical providers, laboratory, nursing and other specialized staff in the Student Health Center. May perform any of the duties outlined for a Clinical assistant.
  CSU-specific requirements are as follows:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. While Medical Assistants are not certified, registered, or licensed in the State of California, the Medical Board of California requires that medical assistants complete specific types and hours of training to perform the duties outlines in their scope of practice. This training must be documented and a physician or other qualified teacher, as identified by the Medical Board of California, must certify in writing that the Medical Assistant has completed the training successfully.
  CSU-specific requirements are as follows:
  o Most common, incumbents are required to possess a certificate of completion from an accredited and approved medical assistant program through the Department of Education or Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education with the Department of Consumer Affairs. In this case, the supervising SCU physical must verify competencies.
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  o At the discretion of the student health center director, an in-house campus-training program may be developed according to the guidelines established by the Medical Board of California. In this case, a CSU physician must document and certify in writing that the formal training and clinical practice hours required by the Medical Board of California to perform the duties of a Medical Assistant have been completed successfully.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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• Two (2) year of related Medical Assisting work experience.

• One (1) year of work experience in Health Wellness Center or related area.
• Prior experience in a CSU or in another higher education setting.
• Phlebotomy certificate.
• Prior experience utilizing Point and Click or related electronic medical record software.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

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• Working knowledge of daily clinic operations and aseptic techniques and requirements.

• Working knowledge of the uses, application, and proper operation of various medical supplies and equipment used in performing the duties of the position, and California laws and regulations pertaining to medical assistants.
• General knowledge of anatomy and physiology appropriate to the duties assigned.
• Must understand the potential hazards or complications resulting from administering medications and how to initiate emergency procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate the proper techniques in administering medications in a variety of manners including intramuscular, intradermal, or subcutaneous methods and by inhalation.
• Ability to use proper techniques in performing injections and phlebotomy.
• Competency in performing assigned medical technical support services such as standard tests and limited procedures.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff.
• Ability to be sensitive to and communicate effectively with diverse patients.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Duties include but are not limited to:
• Vital signs: Measure and record blood pressure, weight, and other vital signs.
• Patient history: Interview patients and update their medical histories, and allergies.
• Administer medication or immunizations by intramuscular, intradermal, or subcutaneous methods, as well as by inhalation, orally, sublingually, or other methods; in all cases, a licensed professional, as listed in the overview, must verify medication dosage.
• Perform TB skin tests, measure and describe results, and refer for interpretation.
• Perform phlebotomy, which entails drawing blood by skin puncture or venipuncture to provide samples for clinical analysis and testing. • Laboratory support by collecting, preparing, and handling biological specimens and performs diagnostic test.
• Assist practitioners in the delivery of such health care services as examinations, clinical procedures, and medical treatments.
• Perform a variety of standard tests and medical technical services not requiring a licensed professional, but for which the incumbent has specific training, such as vision screening, audiometry and hearing tests, electrocardiograms, peak flow testing and spirometry, removal of sutures and bandages, removal of casts and splints and other external devices, nasal smears of the nasal cavity only, ear lavage, throat cultures, specimen collection by non-invasive techniques, and CLIA-waived testing ordered by a physician or other clinician.
• May perform any of the patient and care duties outlined for Clinical Assistants. File and update medical records.
• Data entry of patient information.
• Maintenance of vaccination records.
• Oversight of referrals.
• Front desk coverage.
• Assist with outreach initiatives.
• Support clinic administrative and clerical functions and perform other related duties.
• As directed by Providers and RN’s provide assistance within their scope of practice, as defined by the Medical Board of California.
• May perform any administrative duties outlined for Clinical Assistants. May be required to obtain additional training and/or certification as part of professional development, based on department and/or campus needs, to stay current with industry standards.
• The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.
• May perform any of the duties outlined for Clinical Assistants.
• At the direction of appropriate administrator, may provide support to other areas/departments withing functional area/departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.