Medical Assistant
CommonSpirit Health, Citrus Heights, CA, United States
Overview
Medical Assistant at Dignity Health Medical Foundation clinics, now part of CommonSpirit Health. You’ll help keep the day running smoothly for patients and the clinical team, proactively preparing patient charts and ensuring information is up-to-date for those seen in the facility. Daily patient volume varies based on the number of physicians on-site.
Your success in this role comes from enthusiasm to help others, efficiency, and empathy for patients. This is a strong opportunity for a Medical Assistant interested in growing their career.
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing patients for examinations or procedures, support procedures, relay instructions from the physician to a patient or authorized person, and collect patient data.
Administer medications as directed by the physician and perform accurate vital sign measurements and documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment and perform patient care services that support the physician/practice under the clinical supervision of the Physician, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Manage medical records and charts and electronic medical records (EMR).
Communicate and document patient concerns to physicians, physician’s assistants, or nurses.
Work with physicians, insurance providers, and pharmacies to obtain authorizations for patient medications, including refills.
To learn more and begin your journey
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Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
Satisfactory completion of a formal Medical Assistant program or military training equivalent to an accredited Medical Assistant program as determined by the HR department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills required.
Medical terminology, familiarity with CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures and reference tools, and pharmacology appropriate to the Medical Assistant scope of practice required.
Current BLS certification required (American Heart Association).
Preferred Qualifications
Six (6) months of experience in an outpatient setting as a Medical Assistant preferred.
Certification must be obtained through one of the private agencies approved by the Medical Board of California: American Association of Medical Assistants (preferred), American Medical Technologists, American Medical Certification Association, California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants, Multi-skilled Medical Certification Institute, Inc. (NCCT).
Familiarity with an electronic practice management system preferred.
This position is represented by the SEIU-UHW.
EEO statements and other administrative notes removed from this refinement.
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. It is affiliated with Dignity Health, one of the largest health systems in the nation, with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Pay Range
$24.51 - $27.45 /hour
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Medical Assistant at Dignity Health Medical Foundation clinics, now part of CommonSpirit Health. You’ll help keep the day running smoothly for patients and the clinical team, proactively preparing patient charts and ensuring information is up-to-date for those seen in the facility. Daily patient volume varies based on the number of physicians on-site.
Your success in this role comes from enthusiasm to help others, efficiency, and empathy for patients. This is a strong opportunity for a Medical Assistant interested in growing their career.
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing patients for examinations or procedures, support procedures, relay instructions from the physician to a patient or authorized person, and collect patient data.
Administer medications as directed by the physician and perform accurate vital sign measurements and documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment and perform patient care services that support the physician/practice under the clinical supervision of the Physician, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Manage medical records and charts and electronic medical records (EMR).
Communicate and document patient concerns to physicians, physician’s assistants, or nurses.
Work with physicians, insurance providers, and pharmacies to obtain authorizations for patient medications, including refills.
To learn more and begin your journey
— (Removed external link in this refined description)
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
Satisfactory completion of a formal Medical Assistant program or military training equivalent to an accredited Medical Assistant program as determined by the HR department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills required.
Medical terminology, familiarity with CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures and reference tools, and pharmacology appropriate to the Medical Assistant scope of practice required.
Current BLS certification required (American Heart Association).
Preferred Qualifications
Six (6) months of experience in an outpatient setting as a Medical Assistant preferred.
Certification must be obtained through one of the private agencies approved by the Medical Board of California: American Association of Medical Assistants (preferred), American Medical Technologists, American Medical Certification Association, California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants, Multi-skilled Medical Certification Institute, Inc. (NCCT).
Familiarity with an electronic practice management system preferred.
This position is represented by the SEIU-UHW.
EEO statements and other administrative notes removed from this refinement.
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. It is affiliated with Dignity Health, one of the largest health systems in the nation, with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Pay Range
$24.51 - $27.45 /hour
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