About us

Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives.

At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters.

At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.

As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 350k medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 77k people annually.

We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.

We have been doing this since 1969 and it is our employees that make this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond.

If that sounds like an organization you want to be a part of, we would love to have you.

Summary

The Medical Assistant communicates with patients and performs clinical services to ensure high quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Example duties include, but are not limited to :

• Taking patient vital signs and obtaining patient intake information.
• Performing clinical procedures such as blood draws, vaccinations, nebulizer treatments, ear lavages, or EKGs.
• Effectively communicating with patients to determine their needs and providing education and resources.
• Ensuring exam rooms are stocked, clean, and set up for examinations and procedures.
• Coordinating Provider’s workflow to ensure efficient patient care.
• Ensuring Provider has all pertinent information required for each patient visit including diagnostic images, labs, and required screenings.
• Conveying information to patient via telephone or email under the direction of a Provider or Registered Nurse.
• Providing patients with requested documents after review to ensure forms are complete, accurate, and executed by the Provider.
• Maintaining a professional working relationship with all levels of staff, clients, and the public.
• Following all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and reporting any injuries and / or unsafe conditions immediately.

Requirements

Education : High School Diploma or GED required. Valid MA certificate from an accredited program required. Active BLS / CPR certificate required.

Experience : Minimum of 1 year of experience required.

Skills : Knowledge of and familiar with medical procedures and terminology. Electronic health records system experience preferred.

Intermediate computer and data entry skills required. Ability to be flexible with changing priorities and multiple time sensitive deadlines.

Ability to use emotional and cultural intelligence to provide appropriate communication and patient care. Exemplify compassion to patients and team members.

Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred.

Additional Requirements : Must have own watch with a second hand to count the pulse rate per minute and the respiratory rate per minute.

Must wear the watch at all times while working.

Neighborhood Healthcare requires employees to be fully vaccinated (including a booster dose) against COVID-19 and demonstrate proof of vaccination / booster upon hire or receive approval for an exemption based on a medical reason, disability or religious belief.

Proof of booster dose will be contingent upon booster eligibility.

To assist physicians and professional nursing staff in providing care and treatment of patients. Assist front office staff as needed in patient registration, appointments, and record keeping.

To maintain and clean equipment, keep an inventory of supplies, and be responsible for ordering supplies.

The budgeted hourly range for the Medical Assistant is $23.57 to $29.27. We base placement within these ranges on the individual's qualifications as they relate to this position.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.

All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and / or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline.

For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment.

Education

Certifications Certification Requirement BLS Certification Required Medical Assistant Diploma / Certification Required

Conditions Condition Requirement Must have written evidence to validate training and competency as a medical assistant (i.

e., certification of completion of a medical assistant training program, or a letter from supervising physician / podiatrist). Required

Experience

Experience Requirement Minimum of 2 years experience working as a medical assistant in a student health center setting. Preferred

Special Conditions

Special Condition Requirement Overtime Required

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge of correct usage and spelling of medical terminology and medical equipment.

Ability to work quickly and accurately and to communicate and interact cooperative with patients and all personnel in facility.

Respect for patients with diverse cultural backgrounds and life-styles; ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Familiarity with universal precautions, handling of biohazardous waste, specimen identification and transport.

Familiarity with the fundamentals of asepsis and sterile technique, basic bacteriology and the relationship of bacteria to infection and disease control.

Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and put patient at ease.

Ability to identify potential risk management concerns and provide options to resolve.

Ability to use good judgment in deciding when to seek clarification and assistance and be able to handle many tasks at once, judging what tasks may take priority.

Ability to safely lift and move 40 lbs; to stand on feet for long periods of time; work alone for periods that may exceed the normal 8 hour work day, with variable break and lunch times.

Clinical duties require a reasonable level of manual dexterity and visual and auditory acuity.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of and proficiency in using a PC.

Able to problem solve and mulit-task with ease.

Team player and positive attitude.

Proficiency on 10 line telephone system.

Familiar with the software Point and Click.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California;

the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture.

UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation.
• Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit : Employee Benefits Overview

Medical Assistant

Job Number : 6069280

6069280

Location :

California Rehabilitation Center - Norco

Department Name :

California Correctional Health Care Services

Region : Southern California

Southern California

Time Base / FT / PT :

Full Time Limited Term

Closing Date / FFD : Until Filled

Until Filled

Medical Assistant $41,544 - $54,636 Annual RangeUnder the administrative supervision of the Supervising Registered Nurse (SRN) II / III, Correctional Facility (CF), and the clinical supervision of a Physician and Surgeon, CF, or Physician and Surgeon, CF (Internal Medicine / Family Practice), the Medical Assistant (MA) provides support to primary care providers in a variety of health care settings.

Possession of a valid certificate from an agency approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California to practice as a Medical Assistant.

Department of Consumer Affairs approved agencies include :

• American Association of Medical Assistants,
• American Medical Certification Association,
• American Medical Technologists,
• California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants,
• Multi-skilled Medical Certification Institute,

Failure to provide proof of meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification through experience and / or education (include copy of college degree and / or transcript and certificate if required) may eliminate you from being considered for the position.

You must have ACTIVE certification status to be considered for this position. for the Minimum Qualifications and, if qualified, complete the Assessment according to the instructions.

Overview

As a member of the outpatient Bariatric health care team the Medical Assistant will work directly with the clinic team under the direct supervision of the Bariatric Clinic Coordinator, the Registered Nurse Bariatric Program Manager and / or the physician to support and ensure efficient operation of the Bariatric Clinic.

Responsibilities

The MA will support staff and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.

While caring for patients in an outpatient clinic setting will work to promote a safe, comfortable environment that fosters the physiological and psychosocial well-being of the patient.

Check-in patients, measure and document patient weight and vital signs. Conduct patient interview and document basic medical history.

Give instructions to patients as instructed by physician. Organize and schedule appointments.

Qualifications

1 year experience in outpatient setting, Bariatric specialty preferred. Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant in the State of California.

Current BLS certification. Strong organizational skills to maintain effective and timely patient flow. Strong time-management skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize work.

Service oriented and ability to work as a team member. Demonstrate excellent customer service and phone etiquette.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Come and join the RMC Family!

We have been in the community since 5. Our mission is to provide comprehensive multi-specialty medical services in the greater Riverside region.

Your passion, inspiration, and talents are invaluable to us and our mission to serve others. Our facility can provide a place for you to thrive and continue your professional development.

Quality Healthcare is our passion, improving lives is our reward. We are working to change lives and transform the delivery of healthcare.

Riverside Medical Clinic is the best place to work, practice medicine, and receive care.

SUMMARY : Responsible for covering clinical offices based on operational need. Assists in the examination of patients under the direction of a Physician or Allied Health professional, and in accordance with M.

A. scope of practice. Thorough knowledge of infection control and aseptic techniques. Responsible for maintaining smooth patient flow by accurate assessment of patients’ needs, thorough attention to physician orders and properly scheduling and follow-up of tests and procedures performed on patient.

Act as an intermediary between physician and patients when necessary to more appropriately use the physician time.

QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function 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.

Hours : M-F, a - p

Qualifications

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE : High school diploma or GED required. One (1) year medical group experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS : Medical Assistant Certification and Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association certification required.