Under the supervision of the licensed physician, the Medical Assistant will perform non-invasive routine technical supportive services of clinic patients' care relating to therapeutic and diagnostic functions, following established procedures, techniques and work schedules. The supervising licensed physician must be physically present in the treatment facility in order for the Medical Assistant to perform their non-invasive technical supportive services. The Medical Assistant also provides a variety of administrative, assistive and supportive clinical and outreach activities. The Medical Assistant cannot evaluate or synthesize data. Meet the requirements of an MA I for the appropriate clinical area assigned, and have completed a minimum of 4,160 hours (2 full years) of paid previous experience as a Medical Assistant, including the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities as required for an MA I for that clinical area. Is able to use computerized MIS system (RAMS 5) for scheduling of patients. Is able to satisfactorily serve as a guide/mentor to new employees within the same job description.

　　Reports to:Direct and Administrative: RN Supervisor or designeeProfessional/Technical: RN Supervisor in consultation with the physician Varied and depends on Clinical Area (Women's Health, Public Health Services, and Programs, etc.)

　　Qualifications:High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate, and completion of a State approved program for Medical Assistants.Completion of state approved training and certification (Calif. Business and Professional Code 2069, 2070; and Calif. Code of Regulations 1377, 1377.1) relating to the performance of injections, skin testing, and withdrawal of blood.Display qualities of dependability and reliability, be willing to accept a variety of tasks, and able to comprehend quickly and follow instructions accurately.Be able to communicate tactfully and empathetically, with cultural sensitivity; with staff and patients. Fluently bilingual Spanish + English required, with excellent oral and written communication skills demonstrated in both languages.Must maintain a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, in compliance with corporate CPR Policy.Must maintain or exceed competency levels as established by corporate standards for clinical practice.Must demonstrate through written and/or oral testing, the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served and has knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. He or she is able to identify and categorize each patient age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients.Current CA Driver's License, valid vehicle insurance, and an available vehicle needed.

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