Medical Assistant

About the role

The Saban Community Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to support our mission of providing affordable quality Whole Person Care to everyone, regardless of income or immigration status. The ideal candidate will have a certification for Medical Assistant from a California accredited school, minimum of one year of clinical experience in a health care setting, and fluency in another language such as Spanish, Russian, Armenian or Korean preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setting up exam rooms prior to clinic sessions; ensuring all necessary supplies are stocked and available.
• Aiding doctors with examinations and other procedures relating to direct patient care.
• Recording information on patients' vital signs, vision screening, audiometric screenings, spirometric tests, EKGs, and venipuncture.
• Providing information to patients about referrals, follow-up appointments, and test results.
• Conducting birth control and pregnancy counseling sessions for patients upon certified birth control training.
• Utilizing computer and computer programs for data entry (i2i, EHR, CAIR, etc).
• Maintaining inventory of medical supplies.
• Collecting, labeling, and packaging blood, urine, and other specimens in accordance with regulations and patient policy; sending specimens for transport to outside laboratories or storage.
• Performing and reading routine lab tests such as urinalysis, urine pregnancy, hemoglobin, and strep tests; ensuring proper preparation of laboratory specimens to be read by clinicians.
• Cleaning and sterilizing all used equipment, disposing of all specimens and waste according to health and safety guidelines.
• Ensuring all documentation regarding tests, specimens, and supplies is completed and maintained in accordance with clinic procedures and requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Certification for Medical Assistant from a California accredited school.
• Skills in performing venipuncture, audiometry, and spirometry.
• Ability/skill in conducting EKG tests.
• Fluency in another language such as Spanish, Russian, Armenian or Korean preferred.
• Prior clinical experience in a health care setting in a similar community clinic environment preferred.

Benefits and Perks

• Free medical coverage options covering all out-of-pocket expenses, including chiropractor/acupuncture services at 100% in-network.
• Dental and vision coverage options.
• Weekend shift differential pay.
• 403(b) retirement plans with employer matching.
• Generous paid time off, including 1-week holiday closure for Christmas & New Year's.
• Competitive wages and annual merit increases.

Compensation

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change.

About Saban

The Saban Community Clinic was founded in 1967 on the principle that healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Our mission is to provide affordable quality Whole Person Care to everyone regardless of income or immigration status in a caring environment. This includes medical, behavioral health, and dental care. We are committed to fostering a diverse workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Contact Information

Saban Community Clinic is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives. For more information, please contact [Contact Information].