Medical Assistant II (Internal Medicine) - Limited-Term

Quick Facts

• Role: Medical Assistant II (Internal Medicine)

• Employment: Limited-term (fixed term)

• Schedule: Full-time, days (Monday–Friday), 8 hours/day; weekend coverage as needed

• Shift: Days

Description

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams in internal medicine by performing back-office and patient-related tasks under clinician direction. Helps maintain smooth patient and departmental workflow and supports implementation of the medical plan of care, with emphasis on education, technical competence, and patient interaction. Performs a variety of medical assisting duties using strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support providers and the patient care team with clinical and clerical back-office tasks

• Prepare patients for exams and assist with delivery of the medical plan of care

• Take vital signs and perform basic medical assisting tasks, including administering injections

• Interpret and follow instructions delivered in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled formats

• Communicate sensitive information clearly and professionally to patients and diverse audiences

• Maintain efficient workflow, prioritize assignments, and work independently or as part of a team

• Identify and resolve standard problems using established options

• Perform duties following standardized policies, procedures, and operating methods

• Use computer applications and the electronic health record (EHR) in daily work

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or completion of a California-compliant Medical Assistant course of study (provide diploma within 90 days) or equivalent one year of on-the-job training

• BLS (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers)

• 1 year of recent relevant experience

• Competency in basic medical assisting skills: taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, administering injections

• Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology

Benefits

• Benefits package available

• Pay range: $33.66 to $47.12 per hour (based on primary work location and experience/skills/licensure/training)