Medical Assistant 2
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents. Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives.
About the role
Under general supervision, performs administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of the clinician on duty. Assists in the clinic by taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, collecting specimens, and assisting clinicians with procedures. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Dekalb County.
Responsibilities
- Take and record vital signs and medical histories
- Prepare patients for examination
- Collect specimens
- Assist clinicians with procedures
- Perform administrative duties as needed
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university with one (1) year experience in a related field; OR
- High School diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience in medical assisting; OR
- Two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Medical Assistant 1 (HCT100) or position equivalent
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a medical office setting with excellent customer service skills, front and back-office job duties
- Phlebotomy certification preferred
- Public Health experience is a plus
- Knowledge and usage of computers and Windows Software related programs
- Bi-lingual a plus, Spanish preferred
Benefits
- 13 Paid Holidays
- 3 Weeks Annual Leave
- 3 Weeks Sick Leave
- Flexible Schedules within core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm
- Pension Plan
- Employer 401K Match
- Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
- Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Worksite Wellness
- Diverse Workforce
- Opportunities for Growth
- Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation
Pay
$38,433.04 Annually
Location: T.O. Vinson Health Center, Clinical Services