Please note: This was posted on behalf of the Stanislaus County CEO’s office. If interested in this position, please apply directly through the online County application tool at www.stanjobs.org

About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Health Services Agency (HSA) is looking for a qualified individual, under the direction of a licensed staff and/or provider, who is responsible for direct patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary for caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients.
To learn more about the Health Services Agency, click here.
THE POSITION
Medical Assistants in HSA clinics perform both administrative and clinical tasks in the support of licensed health practitioners. The Medical Assistants ensure the clinic flow is timely by: preparing charts, assuring patients and charts are ready for the provider at the specific appointment time or in advance for prior review, assisting during procedures, entering an order in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and following-up on referrals sent to various specialists. Medical Assistants perform other related duties as assigned.
Medical Assistants will be assigned to a Health Services Agency Clinics & Ancillary location. However, you be asked to report to other areas based on operational need.
Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.
Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months.
Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).
The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Typical Tasks

• Prepare and stock all rooms, check equipment and supplies daily and maintain according to assignment; clean rooms and equipment after each examination and prepare for next patient following appropriate infection control techniques;
• Greet patients in a courteous manner and explains clinic procedures; may register patients; review chart to identify any follow-up issues, screenings or preventive care needed prior to visit; ensure charts are complete, including all lab, x-ray and special reports, prior to start of clinic;
• Prepare patient for examination, conduct intake assessments, including reason for visit, pertinent medical histories, medication reconciliation, obtain consents for procedure(s) take vital signs, and other testing, such as vision and hearing and charts data on medical record; ensures any screening tools have been completed;
• Assist Physicians and other providers with procedures; chaperone examinations;
• Provide interpretation for non-English speaking patients for providers and other staff as needed;
• Protec patient confidentiality and follow up HIPAA rules and regulations;
• Give oral, intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections or immunizations as ordered by clinicians and covered under scope of practice;
• Perform electrocardiograms as needed;
• Perform basic unlicensed assistive duties such as administering immunizations and skin tests under the order of licensed providers;
• Perform and record urine dips and prepare urine samples for laboratory; instruct patients in specimen collection; process and handle blood and other specimens; perform and document laboratory equipment quality control;
• Review the visit notes and identify items for action;
• Review billing document to make sure all appropriate charges are captured;
• Match list of patients with visits and with charge document and submits to billing;
• Document pertinent observations of visits per current charting policy; record entries in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) as appropriate for both face-to-face and phone call encounters; assist provider and licensed nursing staff in the intake assessment of patients and patient telephone calls;
• Coordinate the referral of patients and the appropriate follow-up of referrals as directed by the nursing and clinician staff for urgent/stat referrals, direct routine referrals to the Centralized Referral Department;
• Complete prior authorization for procedures/test requiring insurance authorization;
• Perform individual patient education in conjunction with and as directed by the clinician staff;
• Participate in outreach and follow-up activities as required;
• Perform opening and closing clinic procedures;
• Travel to different sites of assignment as required;
• Submit prior authorizations for referral;
• Initiate and follow emergency measures including CPR, fire and disaster procedures; and
• Perform Department Quality Assurance functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

• Body mechanics and proper lifting techniques;
• Isolation procedures, sterile techniques, and care of contaminated dressing and supplies; and
• Basic anatomy and disease processes.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Transfer patients to wheelchair and transport patients via wheelchair;
• Print or write legibly and keep simple records;
• Use a medical dictionary and correctly spell medical terminology;
• Follow simple to technical oral and written directions carefully and exactly;
• Accurately take and record patient's vital signs;
• Protect patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA rules and regulations;
• Use stethoscope, thermometer, blood pressure cuffs and scales;
• Communicate effectively and explain procedures;
• Keep supervisor informed of work priorities and problems;
• Maintain an empathetic and courteous attitude towards patients and patients visitors;
• Work effectively under stress or in emergency situations; and
• Set up diagnostic equipment for various procedures.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Medical Assistant Trainee:

• Equivalent to Graduation from High School (Diploma) or GED; AND
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program and externship from an accredited vocational school/college; AND
• Must possess and maintain BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers.

Medical Assistant:

• Equivalent to Graduation from High School (Diploma) or GED; AND
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program and externship from an accredited vocational school/college; AND
• Must possess and maintain BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers; AND
• Six (6) months full time experience in a Medical Clinic.

A current BLS CPR card for Healthcare Providers and Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma from an accredited vocational school or college is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-558-7192 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.

• A current Medical Assistant with Stanislaus County Health Services Agency.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitment consist of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: April 16, 2024
Written Examination: Week of April 29, 2024
Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.
Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.
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