Job Summary
The Medical Assistant plays a crucial role in delivering clinical support to licensed healthcare providers. This position is integral to ensuring that patients receive quality care and that the health center operates smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed providers by performing vital signs and conducting laboratory work.
- Support reproductive health procedures under the direction of healthcare professionals.
- Provide patient education to enhance understanding of health-related topics.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all patients.
- Ensure the health center environment is clean and professionally maintained.
Qualifications
- An associate degree or comparable experience in the healthcare field is required.
- Medical assistant certification is preferred.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish is highly desirable to cater to a diverse patient demographic.
Planned Parenthood Northern California provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
