Medical Assistant

About the Job

MISSION

Kheir's mission is to increase and provide access to culturally and linguistically-sensitive quality primary healthcare and human services support to the underserved and uninsured residents of Southern California.

ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the back office within our clinic. This individual will be primarily responsible for supporting physicians and medical staff, maintaining examination rooms and medical equipment, and assisting with various clinical tasks. The Medical Assistant should possess comprehensive clinical knowledge and will report directly to the Sr. Director of Patient Services. This is a full-time, non-exempt, hourly position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Certificate with Venipuncture proficiency.
• Basic knowledge of EKG and Vital Signs Parameters.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Proficiency in medical terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to exchange critical non-routine information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to interpret various forms of instructions, including written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedules.
• Ability to exhibit tact, discretion, and sensitivity in patient interactions.
• Understanding of privacy regulations and compliance, including HIPAA.
• Experience in a Community Clinic (FQHC) considered a plus.
• Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish, English/Korean, English/Thai, or English/Bengali required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including reviewing medical histories and recording vital signs.
• Perform various clinical procedures, including administering injections, conducting venipuncture, electrocardiograms (EKGs), urinalysis, and accu-checks.
• Manage and replenish medical supplies and equipment, ensuring readiness for clinical activities.
• Maintain and monitor the proper functioning of medical equipment, such as daily temperature checks for refrigerators and freezers.
• Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are organized and well-equipped for patient visits.
• Provide support in the examination room as needed, assisting healthcare providers during patient care.
• Efficiently manage patient flow within the clinic during operational hours.
• Collect, process, and handle patient specimens with care and accuracy.
• Ensure that all laboratory results are promptly reviewed by physicians and correctly filed.
• Assist in scheduling patient appointments, performing filing and typing tasks, data entry, and contributing to effective record-keeping.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date medical records in accordance with established filing systems.
• Actively participate in staff and educational meetings to foster a collaborative and informed healthcare environment.
• Flexibly undertake any additional duties as assigned to support clinic operations and patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kheir Clinic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kheir Clinic complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the

company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Kheir Clinic will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Please note that this job description is subject to change to meet the needs of Kheir Clinic.