Temporary Medical Assistant

About the role

This is a full-time Medical Assistant position based at our Community Health Clinic in Richmond, with occasional work at our clinics in Oakland and Antioch.

Responsibilities

• Record patient medical history, vital signs (weight/height), and test results accurately in Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms, ensuring they are properly prepared for their visit with the provider.
• Perform capillary blood tests, collect and log laboratory specimens (blood, tissue, etc.), and prepare them for testing.
• Administer medications, vaccinations, and injections as directed by providers and within the MA scope of practice.
• Clinical Support: Conduct EKGs, vision screenings, and hearing screenings as required.
• Provider Assistance: Assist MDs, FNPs, and RNs with clinical procedures and serve as a chaperone for male providers during exams of female or pediatric patients.
• Communicate prescription information and authorized refills to pharmacies at the provider's request.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and health education instructions to patients.
• Prepare, stock, and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments; ensure proper disposal of contaminated supplies.
• Perform routine control tests for Point of Care (POC) machines to ensure equipment accuracy.
• Scheduling & Registration: Register new and returning patients, schedule appointments, and perform daily appointment confirmation calls.
• Financial Processing: Collect co-pays and self-pay assessments, and accurately enter charges into the electronic system.
• Insurance Verification: Verify insurance and assist with enrollment in special programs (PE4PP, CPE, FPACT) and Sliding Fee Scale Discount programs.
• Records Management: Maintain medical records, ensure accurate coding for insurance purposes, and collect necessary demographic and financial data.
• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance to the Front Line Supervisor and Clinic Manager as needed, including Front Desk coverage as needed, calling patients, and preparing the schedule for the following day.
• Translation: Provide bilingual translation services between providers and Spanish-speaking patients.
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to all BBFHC Policies and Procedures, including safety and admission guidelines.

Requirements

• Bilingual (English- Spanish)
• Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Medical Assistant Associate Degree or Medical Assistant Certificate
• Preferred: 1 Year of customer service in a medical office
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, data entry, and business email, with the ability to learn more programs
• Valid California Driver’s License, a good DMV record, and transportation available to meet job requirements with vehicle insurance.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule and occasionally work at an alternative site
• Ability to work as a team by communicating, collaborating, and cooperating with team members
• Professional presentation and positive attitude!
• Flexibility to fill in at our Oakland and Antioch clinics as needed
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including spelling and English grammar with the ability to understand and complete oral and written instructions.
• Passing an evaluation of a background check, a negative TB test or clear chest x-ray (less than 1 year old), Physical Exam (less than 6 months old), and providing updated vaccination records, including Hepatitis B vaccination, annual flu vaccination, and Covid-19 vaccination.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk, stoop, bend, and twist

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance!
• Competitive wages and a friendly environment
• Two weeks of vacation (increase after 1 year of employment)
• 13 paid holidays
• Sick leave accrual
• Optional employee-paid dependent health coverage
• 403b retirement account with matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

$22/hour

Schedule

Full-time, in-person, temporary position with estimated start date in early August and end date of December 2026-January 2027.