Medical Assistant for Community-Based Services

Strategies to Empower People is looking to hire a full-time Medical Assistant who will help assist with medical supports for the intellectually and/or developmentally disabled adults we serve and trainings for the staff we employ.

Do you want to work for a company that is constantly developing new programs to support people with disabilities? Do you want to put your skills to the test in community and home-based settings? Then keep reading!

WHAT IS THE JOB?

The Medical Assistant provides assistance, follow through, and standard care procedures under the instruction of Program Management/Directors to include administering medical treatments, wound care, vital signs, medication administration, discharge instructions, and other related tasks. Medical administrative tasks such as scheduling and record keeping will be performed as required/directed. This position will also act as an instructor to teach medical administration classes as well as CPR/First Aid to our employees.

THIS IS NOT A CLINICAL SETTING. WE ARE A HOME AND COMMUNITY-BASED PROVIDER FOR DISABLED ADULTS.

Travel amongst our headquarters and satellites offices (Roseville/Napa) as well as into those communities is required for this position.

Some of the duties of the Medical Assistant include:

• Record and monitor standard care procedures to include, but not limited to, blood sugar, blood pressure, weight, and other vital signs. Independently coordinate and perform care as needed/directed.
• Utilize and read portable EKG devices.
• Timely follow up with doctor offices, medical offices and alike for testing or imaging results and/or medical reports.
• Independently communicating/informing individuals regarding medical follow up or overdue medical services needed.
• Accurately complete all medical administrative paperwork as required.
• Perform hospital discharges and follow up with Physician's orders as applicable.
• Perform minor medical procedures, as authorized by Physician or Program Director, within scope of practice.
• Wound care as authorized by Physician or Program Director.
• Assist Managers/Directors with emergencies, deliveries, transportation, etc. as needed.
• Delivering supplies as needed.

SCHEDULE AND PAY

The Medical Assistant/Training Coordinator works Monday through Friday from 8:30a to 5p with an unpaid half hour lunch.

The rate of pay for this position is $24-$25 per hour.

LOCATION

This position operates out of our office at 2330 Glendale Lane, CA 95825.

This is not an office-only position! The expectation for the Medical Assistant/Training Coordinator is to be both on-site at our office locations as well as in the community assisting and supporting those with standard medical care procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited licensure program.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification. Must be maintained throughout employment with agency.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Three (3) years professional experience as a certified Medical Assistant.
• Clinical experience providing care to complex/vulnerable populations (ex: persistent mental illness, having significant disabilities, elderly and frail, homeless, etc.)
• Medical administrative skills required as well as general administrative tasks (emails, Outlook, basic computer skills, etc).
• Direct patient interaction required. Demonstrable knowledge of standard care procedures.
• Must possess working knowledge of HIPPA laws. Protect the confidentiality and security of individual's information and adhere to HIPPA regulations.
• Experience in training others and/or public speaking.
• Strong organizational, communication (both written and verbal), and problem-solving skills. Exceptional ability to handle multiple assignments and prioritize work. Proper time management is required.

And last but not least: COMPUTER AND DRIVING SKILLS! Like any job we require the use of standard electronics, computer and database systems. We provide training on the platforms we use, so aptitude with using different systems is necessary for success as well as maintaining professional communication both verbal and written/typed.

Being a licensed and insured driver is necessary for this role, which includes having a clean driving record (no excessive points, and no DUIs/wet-and-reckless in the past 10 years).

American Sign Language skills as plus as we employ and support many individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing!

WHO ARE WE?

Strategies to Empower People is a 100% employee-owned company that operates in the Greater Sacramento area, Yuba/Sutter/Placer counties, and North Bay region! We have been providing services to adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) since 1994 and are the largest provider of our type in the area! We also employ and support many individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

We believe that every moment has potential, and we work tirelessly to ensure the people we serve are given every opportunity to be as independent as possible in their homes and in their communities.

WHY WORK HERE?

Aside from being a 100% employee owned company, Strategies to Empower People has a lot of additional benefits for our employees!

Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits after a requisite waiting period. Full-time employees can also begin accruing paid vacation time after a six-month waiting period! Interested in planning for retirement? We have a matching 401k plan for employees! We also provide mileage reimbursement (72 cents per mile), an Employee Assistance Program, sick time accrual, and more!