Job Overview
Bay Community Health (BCH) is looking for a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, CCMA, RMA) to join our growing healthcare team. As a mission driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we are dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible primary care to individuals and families throughout our community, regardless of their ability to pay.
As a Medical Assistant at BCH, you'll play a vital role in creating an exceptional patient experience. You'll work alongside providers and an interdisciplinary care team to deliver compassionate, efficient care while helping ensure our clinics operate smoothly. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy building meaningful connections with patients, we'd love to hear from you.
Duties
- Assist with patient intake by collecting medical histories, vital signs, and updating electronic health records systems accurately.
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout their visit.
- Administer medications, immunizations, and injections in accordance with provider orders and CDC guidelines.
- Perform clinical procedures including EKGs, nebulizer treatments, glucose testing, urinalysis, drug screens, and vision/hearing screenings.
- Collect and process laboratory specimens following established protocols.
- Schedule appointments, answer patient calls, relay messages, and assist with referrals and follow-up care.
- Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and ensure compliance with infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and safety standards.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent patient situations.
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting efficient clinic operations and exceptional customer service.
- Perform other clinical and administrative duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
- Active Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA/CCMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent certification required.
- Current CPR/BLS certification required.
- Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience in a primary care, urgent care, or healthcare setting preferred.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and standard clinical equipment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and patient service skills.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients and communities we serve.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
