Responsibilities:
Collects and records patient data including height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure and basic information about the present and previous condition. Collects urine, sputum, semen and stool by noninvasive techniques and preserves specimens for testing. Performs venipuncture to obtain blood specimens, gives enemas and performs simple lab tests, including urine pregnancy tests, hematocrit and dipstick urine tests after appropriate training and certification. Applies cold or warm compresses. Shaves and prepares the patients skin with antiseptic solution and explains the procedure to as necessary. Administers immunizations and injections per physician's order after a licensed provider verifies the correct medication and dosage after appropriate training and certification. Performs PPD. skin placement after appropriate training and certification. Provides assistance in the examination and treatment rooms during various procedures and diagnostic examinations by properly positioning and draping the patient, adjusting light fixtures and assembling appropriate equipment. Demonstrates the ability to perform initial health data collection procedures, including vision and audiometric testing, history taking, health screening, patient intakes and financial eligibility screening. Participates in the follow-up and monitoring of patient care services, including (but not limited to) checking medical records for completeness of data, documentation of services, completion and mailing of disability forms, verification of hospital of delivery and mailing of pre-natal records, relaying telephone messages to staff personnel, and directing patients throughout the clinic as needed. Implements telephone triage guidelines to properly schedule patients calling in for appointments. Operates a computerized patient scheduling system. Collaborates with individual providers in customization of schedules. Completes routine forms and logs and inputs program specific data into computerized system according to established procedure as required. Provides basic health information, education, and counseling to patients using established protocols for, but not limited to pregnancy options, tubal ligation and birth control after appropriate training and certification. Participates in the follow-up and monitoring of patient care services. Maintains standards of cleanliness, organization and an adequate level of supplies for the exam rooms or assigned work area. After adequate training, may perform autoclaving of supplies and instruments following manufacturers guidelines and established NEVHC procedures. Participates in assigned staff and other meetings, including quality improvement and case conferences. Participates in all safety programs which may include assignment to an emergency response team. Participates in hazardous waste and infection control assignments as required in the health center which may include being designated as an emergency responder to a hazardous substance release or spill; performing infection control data collection, evaluation, reporting and follow-up as specified in the NEVHC clinical health services policy and procedures manual. Charting - A record shall be made in the patient chart or other record of each technical supportive service performed by the medical assistant, indicating the name, initials or other identifier of the medical assistant, the date and time. A description of the service performed and the name of the physician who gave the Medical Assistant patient-specific authorization to perform the task or who authorized such performance under a patient-specific standing order. "Specific Authorization" means a specific written order prepared by the supervising physician authorizing the procedures to be performed on a patient, which shall be placed in the patients medical record. Performs other duties and tasks as may be required or assigned.

Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED, and completion of a State approved program for Medical Assistants.
Completion of state approved training and certification (Calif. Business & Professional Code 2069, 2070; and Calif. Code of Regulations 1377, 1377.1) relating to the performance of injections, skin testing, and withdrawal of blood.
Display qualities of dependability and reliability, be willing to accept a variety of tasks, and able to comprehend quickly and follow instructions accurately.
Be able to communicate tactfully and empathetically, with cultural sensitivity; with staff and patients. Fluently bilingual Spanish + English required, with excellent oral and written communication skills demonstrated in both languages. Must pass the bilingual oral and written examination within ninety days of employment.
Write and print legibly.
Be well groomed and display mature behavior.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Must maintain a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, in compliance with corporate CPR Policy.
Must be willing and able to work a varied and flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of NEVHC and its patients.
Must maintain or exceed competency levels as established by corporate standards for clinical practice.
Must demonstrate through written and/or oral testing, the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served and has knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. He or she is able to identify and categorize each patients age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients.
Current CA Driver's License, valid vehicle insurance, and an available vehicle needed.