Medical Assistant

About UsSymba Center is a faith based, non-profit organization providing medical, mental health, recuperative care, case management, housing navigation, substance use disorder counseling, and other wraparound services. Our mission is to implement and inspire innovative solutions designed to meet the health and wellness needs of low income, homeless and uninsured individuals in our community. We aim to build partnerships that bridge gaps in health access for this population. Symba Center is systematically seeking to understand the needs of the community, identifying the best approaches to address the issues, and advancing efforts to promote the broader social good. Help us in making our community a healthier and happier place. Here at Symba Center, we are one community with one mission.Job SummaryThe Medical Assistant will collaborate closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, LVNs, registered nurses, and pharmacists in various settings, including primary care, recuperative care, and outreach street medicine. Under the direction of the RN case manager and physicians, the Medical Assistant will perform both administrative and clinical duties. Administrative responsibilities may include scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records. Clinical tasks may involve taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by the physician.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneEssential Duties & Responsibilities:Interview patients to gather medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.Prepare and maintain treatment rooms for patient examinations.Clean and sterilize instruments, disposing of contaminated supplies properly.Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physician instructions to patients.Escort patients to examination rooms and assist with preparation for the physician.Support physicians during examinations and treatments by handing over instruments, administering injections, or removing sutures.Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician and recognize when drug refills are necessary.Change wound dressings and set up medical laboratory equipment.Recognize and respond to patient emergencies, including administering CPR or first aid.Perform other duties as assigned.Education & Experience:High school diploma or equivalent required.Medical Assistant Certification required.1-2 years related experience is preferred.Experience working with underserved populations facing socioeconomic barriers to healthcare is preferred.Fluency in Spanish is preferred.Valid, unrestricted CA driver’s license.Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross preferred.Knowledge and proficiency in Google Workspace, including Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Calendar, is preferred.Must be comfortable working in a recuperative care environment.Must successfully pass a background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr