Medical Assistant - Float - Bilingual Spanish

About the role

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties has a full-time opportunity for a Medical Assistant Float in Orange County, CA. New graduates welcomed to apply! Training will be provided.

Schedule

4/10 work week which includes one weekend day.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to agency’s policies, procedures and protocols.
• Independently perform and/or coordinate the following back-office functions:
• Effectively communicate with Licensed Provider any and all information regarding patient disclosure of violence, abuse or unsafe living situations during patient interactions.
• Perform injections and blood draws following the California code of regulations.
• Perform and record basic lab work (Hgb, pregnancy tests, urine dipsticks, rapid HIV, etc).
• Process specimens for external lab tests.
• Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, height, weight, etc).
• Clean and sterilize equipment, stock exam rooms. MA only patient visits.
• Obtain patient medical history.
• Schedule appointments and refers patients for follow-up medical services including abortion services.
• Aid and support the clinical staff in the provision of contraceptives, including inventory management.
• The provision of primary care services including performing EKG, pulse oximeter, A1C test, including but not limited to assisting with procedures as directed by Provider.
• The provision of abortion services such as but not limited to: Performs a variety of tasks in the laboratory including, but not limited to assisting in analyzing products of conception up to 23.6 weeks. Assist physician during procedures providing ultrasound guidance for patients up to 23.6 weeks.
• Provide patient care by: Pre-procedure: connecting to EKG, B/P, and pulse oximeter. Post-procedure: transporting to recovery room, wiping and cleaning bodily fluids.
• Comply with infection control, safety and emergency guidelines.
• Work to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Establish rapport with patient, remaining cognizant of and responsive to needs for medical and educational care delivered in a professional, expedient manner.
• Prepare center for opening and secure for closing, as required.

Qualifications

• Licensure and/or Certification Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school/program or Medical Assistant Certification by a certifying organization approved by the Medical Board of California required.
• Minimum Education: High school diploma or General Educational Development “GED” required.
• Minimum Work Experience: 1 -2 years’ experience in clinical setting preferred. Recent experience performing blood draws and injections desirable. Reproductive, managed/primary health care and/or abortion services experience desirable.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative and critical thinking.
• Ability to relate to diverse communities.
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to read and implement written instructions.
• Ability to physically assist a patient in distress.
• Surgical services require the ability to physically transport patient from procedure to recovery room.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times.
• Able to work flexible hours and locations within PPOSBC as required.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a range of plans that help protect you in the case of illness or injury including: A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents, life insurance, and long term disability. Benefits coverage starts after one full month of employment! Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits! Generous 401(k) matching contributions and more!

Pay

Minimum Salary Range USD $25.00/Hr.