Medical Assistant

Medical AssistantReports to: Front Line SupervisorStatus: Non-Exempt / Hourly / Full-Time / In-personLocation: Based at our Health Clinic in Richmond, CA. Occasional coverage at the Antioch clinic.Pay: $22/ hourOur Mission & VisionThe Brighter Beginnings' mission to "support healthy births and successful development of children by partnering with parents and helping to build strong communities" gains its strength and aspiration from our core belief and vision that "Every family matters, and every child deserves a happy, healthy future."Position SummaryThis is a full-time Medical Assistant position based at our Community Health Clinic in Richmond, with occasional coverage at our Antioch sites. In this role, you will be directly serving the community, providing affordable family healthcare to individuals and families who need it most. You will perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the Front Line Supervisor.Candidate RequirementsBilingual (English- Spanish)Minimum of High School Diploma or EquivalentMedical Assistant Associate Degree or Medical Assistant CertificatePreferred: 1 Year of customer service in a medical officeSkilled in Microsoft Office, data entry, and business email, with the ability to learn more programsValid California Driver's License, a good DMV record, and transportation available to meet job requirements with vehicle insurance.Must be willing to work a flexible schedule and occasionally work at an alternative siteWe're looking for someone with:Ability to work as a team by communicating, collaborating, and cooperating with team membersProfessional presentation and positive attitude!Flexibility to fill in at our Oakland and Antioch clinics as neededGood verbal and written communication skills, including spelling and English grammar with the ability to understand and complete oral and written instructions.Summary of Responsibilities:Clinical Support: Record patient medical history, vital signs (weight/height), and test results accurately in Electronic Health Records (EHR).Patient Intake: Greet and escort patients to exam rooms, ensuring they are properly prepared for their visit with the provider.Laboratory Services: Perform capillary blood tests, collect and log laboratory specimens (blood, tissue, etc.), and prepare them for testing.Medication Administration: Administer medications, vaccinations, and injections as directed by providers and within the MA scope of practice.Diagnostic Screening: Conduct EKGs, vision screenings, and hearing screenings as requiredProvider Assistance: Assist MDs, FNPs, and RNs with clinical procedures and serve as a chaperone for male providers during exams of female or pediatric patients.Pharmacy Coordination: Communicate prescription information and authorized refills to pharmacies at the provider's request.Patient Education: Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and health education instructions to patients.Room Maintenance: Prepare, stock, and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments; ensure proper disposal of contaminated supplies.Quality Control: Perform routine control tests for Point of Care (POC) machines to ensure equipment accuracy.Scheduling & Registration: Register new and returning patients, schedule appointments, and perform daily appointment confirmation calls.Financial Processing: Collect co-pays and self-pay assessments, and accurately enter charges into the electronic system.Insurance Verification: Verify insurance and assist with enrollment in special programs (PE4PP, CPE, FPACT) and Sliding Fee Scale Discount programs.Records Management: Maintain medical records, ensure accurate coding for insurance purposes, and collect necessary demographic and financial data.Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance to the Front Line Supervisor and Clinic Manager as needed, including Front Desk coverage as needed, calling patients, and preparing the schedule for the following day.Translation: Provide bilingual translation services between providers and Spanish-speaking patients.Compliance: Adhere strictly to all BBFHC Policies and Procedures, including safety and admission guidelines.Other duties as assigned.Other Job RequirementsThis job requires passing an evaluation of a background check, a negative TB test or clear chest x-ray (less than 1 year old), Physical Exam (less than 6 months old), and providing updated vaccination records, including Hepatitis B vaccination, annual flu vaccination, and Covid-19 vaccination. The Physical examination must indicate that the employee can meet the physical requirements of the job including Lifting, Walking, Stooping, Bending, and Twisting.BenefitsWe are proud to offer competitive wages and benefits to our employees. Please feel free to inquire during the interview process. As a summary, we offer:100% employer-paid health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance!Competitive wages and a friendly environmentTwo weeks of vacation (increase after 1 year of employment)13 paid holidaysSick leave accrualOptional employee-paid dependent health coverage403b retirement account with matchingFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Brighter Beginnings is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. At Brighter Beginnings, employment decisions are made regardless of sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or ancestry, protected Veteran or military status, or other characteristics protected by law.If you require alternative methods of application or screening, you must approach the employer directly.All applicants that are offered a conditional offer of employment will need to complete a background check. For positions with client/patient contact, you must have a TB clearance and a physical assessment by a physician of your ability to complete job duties. Additional requirements are an immunization records (including MMR, Hep B, Varicella, TDAP, Covid-19). All positions require applicants to have a valid California driver's license, be listed under car insurance as a driver, and a clean driving record (as defined by our insurance carrier).