Medical Assistant/Medical Assistant

Job Opportunity in Santa Barbara, CA

Join our healthcare team in the beautiful city of Santa Barbara, CA. We are seeking a dedicated individual to provide exceptional patient care and support in a dynamic medical environment.

Shift Details

• 5x8 Days (8am-5pm)
• Weekend Requirement: None

Required Certification

• BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Preferred Certifications

• CMA - Certified Medical Assistant from one of the following:
  • American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)
  • CCMA-AC from California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCBMA)
• RMA - Registered Medical Assistant from American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Multiskilled Medical Certification Institutes through National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Job Accountabilities

Medical Services

• Manage rooming and patient flow by preparing and escorting patients to examination rooms.
• Provide clinical support and patient care by obtaining appropriate identification and medical information from the patient and/or their family/support team.
• Perform vital signs, tests, and collect/prepare specimens according to clinician orders.
• Support physicians and patient care team in medical procedures and patient examinations by preparing the room, equipment, instruments, and/or supplies appropriate for the exam/procedure.
• Administer treatments, injections, and skin tests, and collect patient specimens as directed by a physician.
• Maintain equipment and understand procedures and treatments performed by clinicians.
• Mentor and foster a constructive learning environment for students and new medical assistants.

Clerical

• Perform general clerical tasks: answer phones, relate messages, retrieve, enter, update, and transcribe patient data in the electronic health record system (eHR).
• Prepare and complete accurate documentation related to patient care, including healthcare activities, administration of medications, and communication with patients.
• Ensure that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.

Safety

• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment and exam rooms after each visit.
• Inspect and calibrate equipment for proper operation and record quality control (QC) results, reporting any malfunctions to the supervisor.

Compliance

• Maintain strictest confidence of all patient protected health information (PHI) and protect all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
• Perform quality care in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications and treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Education

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California or equivalent training program.

Typical Experience

• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

• General knowledge of various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Competent and validated in basic Medical Assisting skills such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, and administering injections.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Possess written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health record (EHR).
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.