Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work which requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations The Joint Commission (TJC).

These duties also include but are not limited to: scheduling of patient appointments and associated patient system screens; accurate billing; environmental care functions; equipment/supply management; and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Two (2) years of Certified Medical Assistant experience.

• Medical terminology certificate and/or training.

• Knowledge of computer operations with IDX skills, Outlook, Work processing, Microsoft Work, and Excel skills.

• Ability to be flexible with varying demands in a specialty clinic.

• Teamwork oriented.

• Strong Infectious Disease practice experience.
• Strong knowledge of insurances.
• Back office Medical Assistant experience in a multi-specialty clinic.
• Experience in an Infectious Disease clinic/practice.
• Experience with older adults, and/or caring for patients with a long-term illness.
• Front and back office experience.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Cross coverage for the Senior Behavioral Health's Outpatient Clinic located in Hillcrest.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.