Medical Assistant

Introduction

This recruitment is being conducted to fill three vacancies in the Ambulatory Care Services department of San Joaquin General Hospital and to establish a referral pool to fill future vacancies.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening.

NOTE : All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Prepares and maintains patient information within electronic records and / or files; registers patients and updates registration information; maintains a system of clinic appointments; files material, answers phones, takes messages; organizes office procedures and routines; keeps statistics and records on clinic usage; operates standard office equipment.
• Matches account numbers with financial codes; verifies insurance coverage; enters patient data in computers; obtains computer printouts; obtains signature on forms.
• Assists medical doctors and mid-level providers in specialty clinics; assures availability of necessary patient charts and records; obtains and assembles required medical supplies; sets up specialty trays; assists in patient examinations; maintains patient medical charts and transcribes orders; transmits medical information and orders; schedules clinic appointments and arranges for appointments in other clinics and medical facilities.
• Greets and directs patients to clinics and service areas; answer questions and provides information regarding clinic services to patients and families; ensures treatment rooms and medical equipment are ready for use; prepares patients for examinations; schedules clinic appointments and arranges for appointments in other clinics and medical facilities.
• Takes and records vital signs, including and not limited to blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration and weight.
• Assists professional staff with tests, procedures and examinations; transports and collects specimens for providers.
• Assists other practitioners, including social workers, other staff in mental and public health clinics, and nutritionists, in providing services to clinic patients.
• Maintains inventory of medical and office supplies; orders, stores and ensures the integrity of these supplies.
• Maintains contacts with collateral clinics, agencies and medical staff; runs clinic related errands for medical staff.
• May perform electrocardiograms; may administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation; may perform necessary injections / vaccines; may perform skin punctures and / or blood draws if required by off-site clinic assignment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Completion of a Medical Assistant program of training in an approved college or business school.

KNOWLEDGE

Medical (clinic) procedures and practices; basic physiology, anatomy and psychology; basic patient registration, records and charting procedures; unlicensed assistive practices; medical terminology; medical supplies; basic computer and modern office automation technology and computer software programs relevant to department operations; basic public relations.

ABILITY

Set up and maintain clerical functions of a medical clinic; take patient vital signs; learn and perform unlicensed assistive duties for licensed providers; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; operate computers, office equipment and related software; maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of professional staff, coworkers, patients and the general public.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility-frequent operation of a data entry device; constant standing and walking; frequent sitting, pushing / pulling and bending / squatting; occasional moderate to heavy equipment operation; running; climbing stairs; Lifting-constant lifting of 30 lbs. or less; frequent lifting of 30 to 70 lbs.; occasional lifting of 70 lbs. or more; occasional restraining, lifting / turning of heavy objects or people; Vision-constant reading and other close up work; constant need for color perception, hand / eye coordination, depth perception and use of peripheral vision; Dexterity-constant holding, reaching, grasping, writing and need for repetitive motion; Hearing / Talking-constant need to hear normal speech and faint sounds; constant talking on the telephone and in person; occasionally speaking over public address system; Emotional / Psychological-constant exposure to trauma, grief and death; constant public contact, decision making and concentration required; Special Requirements : may require working nights, weekends, and overtime; Environmental-occasional exposure to hazardous materials; frequent exposure to noise.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) :

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

BENEFITS

Part-Time Employee Benefits : Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

Selection Procedures

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date.

Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

Employment of Relatives : Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when :

Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

Proof of Eligibility : If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply Online :

www.sjgov.org / department / hr

By mail or in person :

San Joaquin County Human Resources

44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

Stockton, CA 95202

Office hours :

Monday - Friday 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm; excluding holidays.

Phone : (209) 468-3370

Job Line :

For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377.

When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5 : 00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) .

San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy : San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org / department / hr / eeo.