Medical Assistant

Job Description

Responsible for ensuring the optimal facilitation of medical care for the homeless clients that are discharged from hospitals or other agencies contracted with recuperative center.

Scope of work : Complete initial medical assessments of client upon arrival which includes : head to toe assessment, checking vitals, patient education, determine insurance status, make medical follow-up appointments with clients' doctors.

Input and update client's information and medical notes in KIPU EMR system. Conduct rounds by reminding clients of medication, assisting client with checking BSL, and assisting with minor wound care teaching if necessary.

Ensure the success of a client's hospital discharge by confirming hospital instructions and checking medication. Promote health literacy by providing patient education with regards to medical, treatment management, diet, and personal health care procedures.

Collaborate with Medical Coordinators and Health Care Providers to ensure best patient outcome. Serve as an advocate for client to ensure best medical care is provided by linking clients to medical resources and MediCare or Medi-Cal as needed.

Location : Sylmar, CA

Schedule : Thursday-Monday 3pm-11 : 30pm (Tues&Wed Off)

Compensation : $21-23 / hr + full benefits

must be comfortable working in a shelter setting

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