II. POSITION SUMMARY:
The Medical Assistant (M.A.) under direct supervision will perform routine patient care, technical and supportive functions in a Rural Health Clinic setting. The Medical Assistant will function within the scope of practice as described by the State of California Board.
III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
VI. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of accredited Medical Assistant Program preferred. Employee may be trained on the job in compliance with State regulations if needed.
Current Basic Life Support Card required.
Ability to learn about patients and their problems.
Certified Medical Assistant must pass the State Certified Medical Assistant Examination and keep certification current.
VII. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Activity: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light to Medium Work.
OSHA Blood Borne Risk Category I.