What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at MCHC Health Centers?
Description
Make a meaningful impact in your community one patient at a time.
At Mendocino Community Health Clinic (MCHC), we believe in compassion, integrity, and service, and we embody these values in the care we provide every day. As a key part of our clinical team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow professionally while helping ensure that everyone in our community has access to compassionate, high-quality healthcare.
MCHC is looking for a caring, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our collaborative primary care team. In this role, you’ll support providers in delivering exceptional, patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical environment. If you’re passionate about healthcare, love working with people, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, we want to meet you!
What You’ll Do
- Welcome and prepare patients for visits, collecting vital signs and health information
- Assist providers with exams, procedures, and treatments within your scope of practice
- Administer medications and vaccines in accordance with provider orders and within the Medical Assistant scope of practice
- Perform routine tests (such as vision and hearing screenings) and assist with lab specimens
- Maintain accurate documentation using our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Help manage prescription refill requests and medication reconciliations
- Provide clear patient education and support as directed by the provider
- Participate in team huddles, trainings, and continuous quality improvement efforts
- Occasionally travel to support other MCHC sites as needed
- Gain experience by cross-training in family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, psychiatry, and specialty services
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Adaptable, dependable, and collaborative team player
- Committed to patient confidentiality and quality care
- Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Comfortable using electronic health records and clinical systems
We Offer a Cadillac Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% Employer Match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Eligible to apply for Loan Repayment Programs such as AHLRP
- Tuition Assistance (after 12 months of employment, up to $4,000/year)
Ready to Apply? Take the next step toward making a meaningful impact.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- At least one year of experience in a clinical setting
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency