Medical Assistant
One Community Health
- Location
- Onsite (Sacramento, California)
- Compensation
- $27 - $35/hr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the Role
One Community Health is a nonprofit primary care provider in Sacramento dedicated to equitable, patient-centered care. This Medical Assistant role supports the clinical team by managing patient examinations, vital signs, and medical records to improve community health outcomes.
Skills
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Electronic medical record
EMR
Specimen collection
EKG
Urinalysis
Medication administration
Injections
Universal precautions
CPR
BLS
Trauma informed care
Interpersonal awareness
Patient examination preparation
Full job details
Medical Assistant
This position is full-time and will be responsible to provide care to patients, under the direction of the Nurse Manager and physician and participates as an active member of the clinic care team. The incumbent is responsible for the use of universal precautions at all times.
This role is on-site at our Midtown location in Sacramento, CA (95811).
Schedule: We are hiring 4 Medical Assistants. Schedules vary by role and will be discussed during the interview process. Final schedule details are subject to change based on clinic needs and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
- Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
- Tuesday - Saturday
- Tuesday - Thursday, 10am - 7pm
- Friday, 9am-6pm
- Saturday, 8:30am - 5pm
Department: Primary Care
- Float based on clinic needs.
Essential Functions:
- Prepare and/or positions the patient for examination by physician and/or nurse practitioner.
- Explains the basics of what to expect during the visit and respond to questions, eases fears and reassures and relaxes patient.
- Takes height, weight, blood pressure and vital signs and documents the information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) vital template.
- Obtain information regarding previous labs, x-rays, tests, and pertinent visit information.
- Obtains specimens, conducts EKG's, urinalysis and other tasks related to this position and records information and outcomes in the EMR as directed by physician and/or nurse practitioner.
- Administer injections and medications as indicated in a written ordered documented in by the provider/nurse practitioner and following the five rights of medication administration which include, 1) right patient; 2) right route; 3) right dose; 4) right time; 5) right medication. Medication expiration dates are also checked.
- Observe patient for reaction following tests, medication or procedures. Responsible for notifying physician/nurse practitioner immediately of baseline changes in patient's status or follows emergency procedures.
Education/Experience Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Medical Assistant certification demonstrating completion of a one one-year program at college or technical school.
- Active CPR, BLS Certification.
Preferred:
- Ability to collaborate effectively across a broad spectrum of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates who demonstrate inclusive thinking and interpersonal awareness help strengthen our commitment to equitable and compassionate care for all.
- Demonstrated person-centered approach and familiarity with trauma informed systems and restorative practices.
Reasonable Accommodations
One Community Health endorses and supports the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants or employees who need accommodations. If you require an accommodation due to a disability to complete this application or you are experiencing difficulty submitting your application, please contact us at ochhumanresources@onecommunityhealth.com.
Our Benefits
For more information on the comprehensive benefits we provide, please visit: https://onecommunityhealth.com/careers/recruitment
One Community Health endorses and supports the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants or employees who need accommodations. If you require an accommodation due to a disability to complete this application or you are experiencing difficulty submitting your application, please contact us at ochhumanresources@onecommunityhealth.com.
Our Benefits
For more information on the comprehensive benefits we provide, please visit: https://onecommunityhealth.com/careers/recruitment
Additional Information:
We only employ US citizens and non-US citizens authorized to work in the United States in compliance with federal law.