Medical Assistant Floater
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Job Location:
Coachella, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 21 - 25
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Job Details
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 youre 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 shavingand 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
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 drivers 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
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Clinical Laboratory Experience
- Athenahealth
- Algebra
- eClinicalWorks
- Primary Care Experience
- Phlebotomy
- Medical office experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Experience Administering Injections
- Medical Terminology
- Medication Administration
