Medical Assistant

Description: Make a meaningful impact in your community one patient at a time. At Mendocino Community Health Centers (MCHC), we believe in compassion, integrity, and service, and we embody these values in the care we provide every day. As a key part of our clinical team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow professionally while helping ensure that everyone in our community has access to compassionate, high-quality healthcare. MCHC is looking for a caring, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our collaborative primary care team. In this role, you’ll support providers in delivering exceptional, patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical environment. If you’re passionate about healthcare, love working with people, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, we want to meet you! What You’ll DoWelcome and prepare patients for visits, collecting vital signs and health informationAssist providers with exams, procedures, and treatments within your scope of practiceAdminister medications and vaccines in accordance with provider orders and within the Medical Assistant scope of practicePerform routine tests (such as vision and hearing screenings) and assist with lab specimensMaintain accurate documentation using our Electronic Health Record (EHR) systemHelp manage prescription refill requests and medication reconciliationsProvide clear patient education and support as directed by the providerParticipate in team huddles, trainings, and continuous quality improvement effortsOccasionally travel to support other MCHC sites as neededGain experience by cross-training in family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, psychiatry, and specialty servicesWhat Makes You a Great FitStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAdaptable, dependable, and collaborative team playerCommitted to patient confidentiality and quality careOrganized, detail-oriented, and proactiveComfortable using electronic health records and clinical systemsWe Offer a Cadillac Benefits PackageEligible to apply for Loan Repayment Programs such as AHLRPTuition Assistance (after 12 months of employment, up to $4,000/year)Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance401(k) with up to 4% Employer MatchPaid Time Off (PTO) and 9 Paid HolidaysFlexible Spending Account (FSA) Requirements: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant programCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationPreferred QualificationsCertified Medical Assistant (CMA)At least one year of experience in a clinical settingBilingual (English/Spanish) fluency Ready to Apply? Take the next step toward making a meaningful impact. Compensation details: 23-29.7 Hourly Wage