Medical Assistant (Outpatient) (AHMC), Full Time, Day Shift at Adventist Health

Fort Bragg, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 26

Salary

27.04

Posted On

18 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient check-in, Vital signs monitoring, Venipuncture, Audiometry testing, Vision testing, Patient recall system, Continuity of care, Lab test coordination, Referral management, Clinical support, Basic Life Support, Phlebotomy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Located where miles of breathtaking ocean views meet dense coastal forests, Adventist Health Mendocino County has a rich history serving community members on the coast since 1971. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access hospital and offer a range of services in Fort Bragg. The Mendocino Coast offers a small-town atmosphere and is known for its natural beauty, from the smallest to the tallest redwoods in the world, to glass bottom beaches and the only oceanfront botanical gardens in the United States. With whale watching, fishing, hiking trails and many more outdoor adventures readily available, this coastal region is a place to immerse yourself in its landscape and history. Job Summary: Performs non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife. This position is represented by UFCW. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: * High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required Licenses/Certifications: * Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or equivalent combination of licensure and experience: Preferred * Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required * Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP within six months of hire.: Preferred * Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred Facility Specific License/Certifications: * Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: * Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers. * Obtains vital signs. Reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician. * Performs venipunctures as ordered. * Performs audiometry and vision testing. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein. Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant performs routine technical support services, including setting up exam rooms, checking in patients, and obtaining vital signs. They also conduct venipunctures, audiometry, and vision testing under the supervision of a licensed provider.