Medical Assistant (Bilingual)

Job Description

Job Description

The Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is a non-profit, multi-site community health organization offering comprehensive health services in the Mission and Excelsior Districts of San Francisco.  The center offers primary health care services, adult medicine, pediatrics, family planning, OB / GYN, HIV and homeless services. We advocate for health equity and deliver innovative, high-quality services responsive to the neighborhoods and diverse communities we serve.

We are currently looking for qualified candidates for our  Medical Assistant position.  Please note : this role requires an applicant to be bilingual (English / Spanish). This position reports to the  Clinic Supervisor  and is a Full Time, Non-Exempt role with a starting hourly rate of $27.29.

Primary Objective :

The Medical Assistant is an essential part of the care team and plays a vital role in ensuring exceptional patient care and operational efficiency. Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant performs a range of clinical and administrative tasks. These include welcoming and checking in patients, assisting with patient preparation, managing incoming calls, coordinating patient flow, maintaining exam room supplies, preparing charts and electronic medical records for scheduled appointments, scheduling new and follow-up appointments, and other assigned duties. The Medical Assistant may also be assigned to different departments or locations to handle front desk, back office, or hands-on clinic responsibilities as needed to ensure efficient patient flow. Some assignments may involve working evenings or weekends. MNHC is certified as a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), which requires staff to actively participate in morning huddles, team meetings, and similar activities

Essential Functions / Responsibilities :

Clinical Support

• Prepare patients for examination by taking vital signs, documenting medical history, and verifying the purpose of the visit.
• Assist healthcare providers during patient examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Perform basic laboratory / point-of-care tests, such as blood drawings, urinalysis, and specimen collection.
• Administer medications, injections, and immunizations as directed by healthcare providers.
• Prepare exam rooms by ensuring cleanliness and availability of necessary supplies.

Maintain and manage medical equipment, ensuring proper functioning and cleanliness.

Ensure a clean and safe environment by maintaining infection control protocols.

Patient Education & Communication

Administrative Support

PCMH Participation & Support

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Core Competencies

As a condition of employment, all candidates are required to meet specific immunization standards. Documentation of current immunizations, including Varicella, TDAP, COVID-19, MMR, and Hepatitis B, as well as TB test results valid within the last two (2) years must be submitted before the start date. Failure to provide this documentation may result in a delayed start or withdrawal of the job offer.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at www.mnhc.org. We offer a full range of benefits which includes the following :

Mission Neighborhood Health Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce .  We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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