Medical Assistant Ii

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
SUMMARY
Responsible for gathering, recording, scanning and charting patient vitals in the practice management and electronic health records system. Responsible for providing basic laboratory screening, maintaining laboratory records, collecting and submitting laboratory specimens, performing venipunctures, and assisting with exam room preparation, equipment and supplies, and maintaining medical supply inventories.
Assist in the fulfillment of the agency’s vision, “For Those We Serve,” by empowering individuals to thrive as healthy, self-sufficient and contributing members of our communities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide basic laboratory screening, which includes measurements of height, weight, blood pressure, hemoglobin test, urine test, pregnancy test, U.A. Dipstix, and obtain blood specimen through venipuncture and records information on patients’ charts in the practice management and electronic health records system.
Prepare accurate laboratory slips for test to be done on patients.
Performs data entry of laboratory test results and contact patients to schedule appointments to meet with providers.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Cleans and prepares examination room with necessary tests to be done for each patient.
Prepares patients for exams and assists in exam room when needed.
Collects all laboratory specimen records in appropriate lab book and submits correct laboratory slips along with specimens to correct labs.
Screens patient medical history for documentation of pertinent information.
Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
Prepares charts, pulls charts, transfer reports and send referral forms to other providers for other clinical care.
Interprets and translates for patients, as needed.
Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
Attends training and/or meetings as designated.
Travels for agency business using personal/agency vehicle.
Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
Works evenings and weekends as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To execute this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant school or one year experience in a clinical setting as a Medical Assistant.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Minimum of 2 years related work experience, preferably in the human service field, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of this job.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Medical Assistant Certificate required.
Knowledge of medical terminology and front office experience preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related business software. Ability to accurately type 40 words per minute.
Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
Bilingual English/Spanish or other secondary language preferred based on the needs of the clients and the program.
CPR and First Aid Certified.
Willing to work non-traditional hours and days to meet the needs of this position.
Ability to work well with youth/teens and diverse population, and with contracted service providers and representatives of partnering agencies.
Maintain a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance as required by State law.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Fresno EOC.

REV 01/28/2019