Medical Assistant

Job summary
Medical Assistant (MA) position at Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center, Inc. (TVHC)Performs duties emphasizing quality of care and customer serviceCollaborates with Clinical services staff and serves as point of contact
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Prepares for patient appointments and updates records• Provides initial medical screening and accurately documents information• Maintains exam rooms and ensures necessary supplies are stocked• Prepares patient for visit and assists physicians or nurses during examinations• Performs general clerical duties and assists with patient scheduling• Utilizes Electronic Health Record system to document visits• Acts as backup for lab technologist and interpreter when needed• Performs additional duties as assigned
Requirements
• High school diploma (or GED), or trade certificate• Clinical Medical Assistant certification• BLS certification• Bilingual; English/Spanish preferred• Prior experience as Medical Assistant in a non-profit clinical setting• Experienced with Electronic Health Records (EPIC)• Excellent communication skills• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high-stress environment• Culturally sensitive and able to work with diverse populations• Working knowledge of Universal Precautions and HIPAA standards
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage• Generous paid leave benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts• Retirement plans with matching, tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance