Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

CHCA is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant with pediatrics clinical experience to join our team at our Fair Oaks clinic. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our medical facility with back office clinical support and front office administrative support, as needed. The regular work schedule will be Monday - Friday. Primarily will work at assigned site(s) and may be asked to go to nearby sites for training or staffing support.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Duties

• Reception, answer phones and schedule appointments Verify insurance eligibility and coordinate with insurance companies for proper billing procedures Assist patients with registration forms and maintain accurate files and medical records Perform data entry related to patient billing, transcription, and insurance claims Arrange for referrals Process prescription requests Track inventory and supplies
• Follow legal and ethical standards in all tasks
• Clinical
• Duties: Measure and record vital signs, patient interview, history and chief complaint Provide patient education on medication, disease management, home treatment and special diets Prepare patients for examination and perform routine screening tests and assist healthcare providers with exams Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens, perform basic lab tests and EKGs, assist with x-rays and procedures Prepare and administer medications with healthcare provider's authorization Change dressing, apply bandages, remove sutures, perform CPR and other first aid procedures Maintain supplies and equipment, stock and sterile instruments Join us and make a difference in the lives of our patients by ensuring they receive the highest level of care.

Benefits

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Requirements

Qualifications

2 years Medical Assistant experience Clinical experience with pediatrics Medical Assistant (MA) certification Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Bilingual fluency preferred (Dari, Farsi, Russian, Spanish) Effective organizational and communication skills Ability to learn and adapt to needs of the clinic Willingness to travel to other site(s), as scheduled or needed High school diploma or equivalent