Medical Assistant- 1st Shift

Salud Para La Gente (Salud) provides high quality, comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare to underserved low-income communities in the Monterey Bay area, including Santa Cruz County and North Monterey County. We began in Watsonville in 1978 as a storefront “free clinic,” and with the ever growing need for health services in 1992 became a federally qualified community health center (FQHC). Today we are a primary health care network with 11 clinic sites, over 400 employees, and continue to provide high quality services to patients of all ages.

Serve as member of care team and customer service representative to bridge communication between the health center, provider, and the patient.

review for health maintenance reminders due and that medication contracts are current.

Ensure room is stocked with necessary supplies, instruments and equipment appropriate for the visit; Clean room and sanitize equipment between patients.

Obtain vitals (BMI, blood pressure, pupil assessment, etc.), reason for visit and health history appropriate to the visit type. Document in patient chart.

Perform in-house tests, assessments and evaluations appropriate to the visit type. Document test results in chart and notify provider of values outside of range. Perform in-house imaging or scanning under physician supervision (retinal photography, EKG, NST, etc.). Adhere to in-house lab procedures for CLIA-waived instruments.

Under clinician order/supervision, prepare and assist/perform in-house treatments and procedures (ear lavage, I&D, etc.)

Process lab orders for specimens and medical devices appropriate to visit; Under clinician order, prepare and administer medications, pharmaceuticals and immunizations according to manufacturers’ instructions. Provide patient with information about medication/pharmaceutical/immunization. Document in patient chart and complete other documentation/reporting requirements (e.g. Prepare radiology orders for outside imaging (x-rays, CT, Mammogram, etc.). Coordinate the completion and processing of paperwork in a timely manner including but not limited to: disability forms, durable medical equipment authorizations, medication and treatment authorizations, school forms, DMV forms, MMR, etc.

Schedule post-hospital discharge follow-up appointments; Document communication in patient chart.

Link patient to additional services and supports including but not limited to Community Health Services, group education programs, health coaching and information on community resources.

Anticipate patient needs, deliver services, and respond to patients in a timely, accurate, courteous, respectful and friendly manner to advocate for care that best serves the patient.

The ideal candidate will embrace our mission to provide high quality health care to patients of all ages, possess excellent communication and problem solving skills, and be familiar with medical terminology and community health care resources.

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certificate from an accredited vocational school

National or CA state certification as a medical assistant from organizations approved by Salud**

Must be bilingual English/Spanish

Strong computer skills using Electronic Medical Records

Up to date State mandated vaccine status for Health Care workers (including booster)

Occasionally being exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Individuals hired on or after July 1, 2016, will be placed in the Medical Assistant Pre-Certification job classification and paid at that scale if they are not certified. 24.86 - $30.98 per hour

Full Time

Part-time employees may receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Plans

Paid Holidays: 12 per year

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer contribution

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Employees on temporary assignments are eligible for holiday pay and California sick pay, both pro-rated based on hours worked.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Salud is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.