Medical Assistant - Bilingual Spanish - Part-time

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties has a full-time opportunity for a Medical Assistant in San Bernardino, CA.

 

 

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school/program or Medical Assistant Certification by a certifying organization approved by the Medical Board of California required.

• Some positions require bilingual skills (reading, writing, and speaking). If required, candidate will be tested for proficiency prior to offer.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative and critical thinking.
• Ability to relate to diverse communities.
• Must possess a warm, caring demeanor.
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to read and implement written instructions.
• Ability to physically assist a patient in distress.
• Surgical services require the ability to physically transport patient from procedure to recovery room.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times.
• Able to work flexible hours and locations within PPOSBC as required.

• Strong commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service is required.
• Must thrive in a fast paced, rigorous environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate high level computer skills including; Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Electronic medical records experience may also be required.
• This position may require travel to other sites and locations; if using a personal vehicle to meet this requirement, a valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance in compliance with the minimum requirements of CA vehicle code are required.

• High school diploma or General Educational Development “GED” required.

• 1 -2 years’ experience in clinical setting preferred.
• Recent experience performing blood draws and injections desirable.
• Reproductive, managed/primary health care and/or abortion services experience desirable.

Essential Functions: Essential functions encompass the required tasks, duties and responsibilities performed as part of the job and the reason the job exists.

• →Adhere to agency’s policies, procedures and protocols. This may include successfully completing agency, regional and/or state certification requirements.
• →Independently perform and/or coordinate the following back-office functions:
  • →Effectively communicates with Licensed Provider any and all information regarding patient disclosure of violence, abuse or unsafe living situations during patient interactions.
  • →Perform injections and blood draws following the California code of regulations.
  • →Perform and record basic lab work (Hgb, pregnancy tests, urine dipsticks, rapid HIV, etc).
  • →Process specimens for external lab tests.
  • →Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, height, weight, etc).
  • →Clean and sterilize equipment, stock exam rooms.
  • →MA only patient visits.
  • →Obtain patient medical history.
  • →Schedule appointments and refers patients for follow-up medical services including abortion services.

Assist and support the clinical staff in the:

• →The provision of contraceptives, including inventory management.
• →The provision of primary care services including performing EKG, pulse oximeter, A1C test, including but not limited to assisting with procedures as directed by Provider.
• →The provision of abortion services such as but not limited to:
  • →Performs a variety of tasks in the laboratory including, but not limited to assisting in analyzing products of conception up to 23.6 weeks.
  • →Assist physician during procedures providing ultrasound guidance for patients up to 23.6 weeks.
  • →Provide patient care by:
    • →Pre-procedure: connecting to EKG, B/P, and pulse oximeter.
    • →Post-procedure: transporting to recovery room, wiping and cleaning bodily fluids.
  • →Comply with infection control, safety and emergency guidelines.
  • →Work to ensure patient satisfaction. Establish rapport with patient, remaining cognizant of and responsive to needs for medical and educational care delivered in a professional, expedient manner.
  • →Prepare center for opening and secure for closing, as required.

 

Non-Essential Functions:

• →Keep current on relevant anatomy and physiology, methods of contraception, STIs, pregnancy, adoption, early prenatal care, education techniques, community resources, agency protocols, referral procedures, and all Planned Parenthood programs.
• →Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Health Center Manager or designee. These may include occasionally needed specialized services such as services for developmentally disabled clients and specialized patient education programs.
• →Other duties as assigned.

 

 

• Welcoming: Anticipates customer requirements and gives high priority to customer satisfaction and service.  Handles problems quickly and efficiently.  Maintains a pleasant, positive and professional approach. Embraces opportunities to help team members, stakeholders, and other departments.
• Equitable: Creating equitable access and opportunity for all through education, practicing inclusive behavior, elevating others’ voices, creating spaces for honest conversation, and listening without judgment.  Values and uplifts our collective diversity within in our agency.
• Confidential: Respects the information shared by our patients, employees, and vendors and maintains appropriate confidentiality.  Follows all policies and laws that protect private & privileged information.
• Accessible: Is available and approachable to others, open-minded, fair and non-defensive.  Appreciates constructive feedback and is a team player.  Demonstrates good listening skills.
• Respectful:  Values diversity and treats everyone with dignity and courtesy.  Dependable and courteous of other people’s time and commitments.
• Empathetic: Demonstrates interest and understanding in other people’s feelings, attitudes and reasoning.  Maintains an open and non-judgmental demeanor that is patient, flexible, and understanding.

Planned Parenthood/Orange and San Bernardino Counties is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, equal pay, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military, veteran status or any other federal or state protected class. We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

USD $25.00/Hr.