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Medical Assistant - Pasadena

United States·PasadenaFull-timemid

Medical AssistantHealthcare Clinical

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Founded in 1933 by Pasadena residents dedicated to women's health, PPPSGV is not only among the oldest of Planned Parenthood affiliates—we're also one of the fastest growing. Today, we see over 60,

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Medical AssistantHealthcare Clinical

Founded in 1933 by Pasadena residents dedicated to women's health, PPPSGV is not only among the oldest of Planned Parenthood affiliates—we're also one of the fastest growing. Today, we see over 60,000 patient visits per year and deliver over 15,000 opportunities for sex and relationship education in our schools and colleges.

Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley (PPPSGV) is an affiliate or member of Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) – one of 67 across the country. PPPSGV provides on-the-ground reproductive health care, health education and advocacy for local people across Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley.

PPFA is a national organization and does not provide direct medical services in local communities, but serves as a resource for policymakers, media and health care providers. PPFA does set medical standards for all Planned Parenthood affiliates in the United States and, in so doing, ensures the high quality healthcare offered by its affiliates.

The local and national organizations conduct independent fundraising campaigns, but work to coordinate these efforts.

To learn more about us, please visit:

About Us | Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley, Inc.

Annual Reports | Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley, Inc.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting the delivery of health care services under the medical supervision of Clinician and/or Physician. Assist patients by providing testing, screening, and education required for the provision of medical care. Assist providers to ensure high quality, efficient delivery of care. Screen patients, prepare exam rooms, provide excellent customer service in a non-judgmental, empathetic manner to patients.

Adhere to affiliate goals and policies on patient care, professionalism, wait time in-clinic and on the system for addressing patient complaints

Participate in health center efforts to achieve established goals for productivity and quality metrics

Participate in health center/affiliate efforts to achieve established revenue goals

Perform and/or coordinate the following back-office functions:

Obtain social history, triage and educate patients ensuring informed consent triage

Provide options, counseling, abortion referrals, education on all PP services and recommend appropriate testing

Perform basic lab work (e.g. Hgb, pregnancy test, urine dipsticks, venipuncture, injections, blood draws) package specimens for outside lab tests, record lab results.

Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, height, weight, etc.)

Clean and sterilize equipment and stock lab and exam rooms

Support Clinicians as needed

Gather information regarding sensitive subjects such as intimate partner violence, STIs, risks of sexual activity for early teens, abortions and domestic violence

Input and update patient information accurately into the Agency’s Practice Management and Electronic Medical Record systems

Ongoing communication with Patient Flow Coordinator, Health Center Manager, and other health center staff

Schedule appointments for family planning including but not limited to contraceptives, abortion services and other specialty services

Comply with all safety policies and procedures including infection control, including OSHA

Comply with all regulatory requirements (e.g. TB testing, biannual review of emergency policies, procedures and drills, annual OSHA training review, etc.) per agency policy and regulatory mandates

Attend trainings, staff meetings, DEI trainings, and in-services to maintain and increase knowledge of protocols and procedures

Ensure patient satisfaction and confidentiality

Treat everyone with empathy, compassion and respect

Prepare center for opening and secure for closing, as required

Understand the organization’s services and priorities

Collaborate and cooperate with other team members to get the job done

Identify and report errors, near misses, employee, patient and customer safety concerns in a timely manner

As a mandated reporter, proactively communicate and identify risks to supervisor or appropriate agency in order to minimize risk when possible

Comply with PPPSGVs Code of Conduct and maintain the highest level of professional and ethical standards and act in compliance with both the letter and spirit of all applicable laws and regulations

Non-Essential Functions

Assist in training of new staff and volunteers by demonstration and observation of techniques and procedures

Perform clerical and administrative duties, as directed by manager

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program

Experience:

0-2 years comparable clinical back office medical assistant experience

Reproductive and/or family planning health care experience preferred

Other:

Commitment to and support for the mission and goals of Planned Parenthood, including but not limited to, increasing access to abortion and decreasing abortion stigma

Commitment to quality healthcare

Excellent customer service and commitment to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction

Productivity and efficiency through punctuality and attendance

Clear and concise writing skills

Establish trust and rapport with all patients and guests

Initiative utilizing resources effectively

Multi-task and detailed orientated

Work in a fast-paced health care environment

Maintain relevant knowledge about anatomy and physiology, methods of contraception, STDs, pregnancy, adoption, abortion, early prenatal care, community resources, Agency protocols and referral procedures and all Planned Parenthood programs

Work independently and as part of a team

Understand insurance and FPACT contract guidelines

Flexible to work and travel to other centers as needed based on health center patient demand

Communicate effectively with patients and co-workers of all backgrounds

Recognize own biases; non-judgmental

Approach every interaction with compassion, honesty and an earnest desire to help

Adaptable to shift direction as needed

Open to change and new ways of working quickly and efficiently

Knowledge of EMR systems, Outlook, and Internet

Adapt quickly to advances and changes in technology

Legally required to report observed or suspected abuse

Work Saturdays and/or evening hours required

Some positions require bilingual skills

Commitment to personal and/or organizational Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work, including the proficiency and/or strong willingness to use non-binary pronouns

PPPSGV is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We offer a series of workshops during employee onboarding and throughout the year. We also provide additional opportunities to get involved in our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work through various task forces, conferences, and staff retreats.

We are a prominent team of passionate health experts who adhere to the highest standards as we collaborate and care for people without judgment. As we stand in solidarity with communities of color, we demand greater diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within our organization.

Join our team and be part of a powerful movement to shape the future of sexual and reproductive health!

“We are Planned Parenthood Pasadena & San Gabriel Valley”, for more information about our affiliate, please visit: We are Planned Parenthood Pasadena & San Gabriel Valley! (youtube.com)

For additional career opportunities, please visit our careers page: Careers at PPPSGV | Planned Parenthood Pasadena & San Gabriel Valley

All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, and the California Fair Chance Act. Background check will be required.

Planned Parenthood Pasadena & San Gabriel Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location & Eligibility

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Pasadena, United States

On-site at the office

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About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $47,840–$52,000 a year; 4% below the $52,229 median for Medical Assistant jobs on Jobera (731 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
Posted: 42 days ago
Employer: has 6 open jobs on Jobera.