Certified Medical Assistant

Location: IHS facility in Winterhaven, CA 92283 Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Time) Compensation: Hourly Rate: $30.00 Travel weekly stipends (If applicable): $1,246 Please keep in mind that payroll is processed on a biweekly basis. Contract: 6 months - 1 year with an option to extend Estimated Start Date: Pending Award and Completion of Credentialing Process Health and Welfare: $5.09/hr (Up to 40 hours worked per week) PTO: 5 days after 6 months, an additional 5 days at 1 year of service Accrued sick days: 1 hour for every 36 hours worked 11 Paid Holidays: Following the Government calendar throughout the year Job Description: We are seeking a reliable and patient-focused Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide clinical and administrative support in a busy ambulatory care setting. The ideal candidate will assist healthcare providers with patient care, maintain efficient clinic operations, and ensure compliance with IHS standards and facility policies. Requirements: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program or other approved training pathway Current Medical Assistant certification from a nationally recognized certifying organization Minimum of 2 years of recent outpatient, ambulatory, or clinic-based experience Current BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) Demonstrated competency in venipuncture, specimen collection, injections, and other clinical support duties, as permitted by law Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system Ability to obtain and maintain IHS security clearance, credentialing, and background requirements Must meet all applicable California Medical Assistant scope of practice requirements Responsibilities: Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies for patient visits Room patients, obtain vital signs, and document medical history and intake information Assist providers during examinations and minor procedures Collect and process specimens, perform venipuncture, and support point-of-care testing as authorized Administer medications and immunizations within scope of practice and documented competency Document patient information accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Support front-office operations, scheduling, referrals, and other clinic administrative tasks Maintain compliance with infection control, patient safety, HIPAA, and IHS policies #J-18808-Ljbffr