Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Floater Centro Medico El Cajon - El Cajon, CA 92020 Overview Salary Range $23.00 - $25.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Travel Percentage Some Travel Required Category Health Care Description At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission. Job Summary The Medical Assistant Floater supports physicians, mid-level providers, nurses, and patients. When needed, the Medical Assistant Floater moves between departments and clinic sites to offer support. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Essential Duties/Responsibilities Clinical Functions Responsible for knowing the Medical Assistant scope of practice Prepare charts and obtain consents Collects all gaps in care to ensure the best quality of care for patients Receive patients, take and record chief complaints, and prepare patient for examination; record blood pressure, pulse, respirations, pulse oximetry, height and weight Prepare patients for examinations or procedures including positioning, draping, shaving,and disinfecting treatment sites Explain procedures to patients as requested by clinic personnel Collect specimens, take EKGs, and collect blood samples as requested by clinic personnel Assist the physician with examination, treatments, minor surgery, dressing changes, and splinting Assist the provider in the collection of specimens such as pap smears and throat cultures Administer medications orally, topically, vaginally, rectally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and intradermally Prepare and replenish supplies in the treatment room and exam rooms Maintain exam rooms in an orderly and constant state of readiness for incoming patients Perform simple laboratory procedures such as blood sugars and urine dips Sterilize instruments and maintain diagnostic and therapeutic equipment as well as a safe and clean environment Dispose of contaminated, disposable, and outdated items per protocol Perform necessary vision screening and operate the oximeter, audiometer, nebulizer and spirometer as directed Demonstrate willingness to assist co-workers whenever needed Maintain good working relationships with all clinic personnel Review patient record forms for accuracy and completion Attend all staff meetings and health fairs Observe DAP Health policies and procedures Provide compassionate quality care to the patients of DAP Health, within the scope of practice outlined by state or federal law Perform other duties as needed. Floating Functions Provide support to various departments as needed Fill in for medical assistants who are absent or on leave Adapt to different clinical environments and workflows Ensure continuity of care and support across department DAP Health is happy to offer an additional $2.00 pay differential for this position. DAP Health is also happy to offer a "New Hire Bonus" for this position. Qualifications Required Skills/Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills Effective interpersonal skills Effective communication with patients and coworkers Ability to work as a team member Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred Education and Experience Medical assistant certificate or signed training on venipuncture, infectious prevention, patient privacy, basic anatomy, and physiology by Registered Nurse or Physician Minimum of 2-year work experience as a Medical Assistant preferred Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Certified Medical Assistant, preferred Working Conditions/Physical Requirements This job operates in an office as well as clinic settings and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion, and talking Ability to lift to 20 pounds and move from place to place Ensures compliance with policies and procedures related to safe work practices Requires current and valid driver's license and current personal auto insurance as well as reliable transportation Involves extensive travel to DAP Health locations throughout San Diego and the Coachella Valley Available for all shifts and, when required, able to work evenings and weekends