Medical Assistant

About the role

Since 1970, Salud has been committed to providing a Medical Home to patients, where medical, dental, behavioral health services, and clinical pharmacists work together and coordinate efforts in a team-based system of care. We strive to improve the quality of our patient's lives who would otherwise have limited access to health care. We serve all individuals regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients with the utmost respect and concern for their physical, emotional, and mental well-being
• Instill a fun and vibrant atmosphere bringing smiles to all who enter our doors
• Welcome patients as the first step in treatment prior to seeing the Doctor, NP, or PA
• Determine the nature of the patient’s visit and obtain vitals
• Thorough and concise chart documentation to provide clear necessary communication
• Maintain a clean and organized environment for both patients and staff

Requirements

• The ability to work with people from all walks of life and to meet them in their place of need
• A current Medical Assistant Certificate
• Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Qualifications

• The ability to work with people from all walks of life and to meet them in their place of need
• A Medical Assistant not certified/registered upon hire is required to complete the Medical Assistant certification/registration testing within 3 months of hire
• All Medical Assistants must be certified within 6 months of hire and certification must be maintained throughout employment
• A CNA certification is NOT equivalent to a Medical Assistant certification and cannot be accepted for this position

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including: Medical PPO Plan, Dental PPO plan, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life and AD&DSupplemental Life and AD&DShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityAccident & Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
• Up to 8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with Salud contributing 5% of your compensation each month
• 403b Retirement savings plan
• Additional benefits include: Free provider visits and services at all Salud facilities, Preferred prescription pricing at Salud pharmacies, Employee Discounts at All Salud Dental Facilities, and more

Pay

$21 to $28.50 per hr

Schedule

Monday to Friday – 8 am to 5 pm