Medical Assistant

MISSION

Kheir's mission is to increase and provide access to culturally and linguistically-sensitive quality primary healthcare and human services support to the underserved and uninsured residents of Southern California.

ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the back office within our clinic. This individual will be primarily responsible for supporting physicians and medical staff, maintaining examination rooms and medical equipment, and assisting with various clinical tasks. The Medical Assistant should possess comprehensive clinical knowledge and will report directly to the LVN Clinic Manager. This is a full-time, non-exempt, hourly position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Certificate with Venipuncture proficiency.
• Basic knowledge of EKG and Vital Signs Parameters.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Current BLS / CPR certification.
• Proficiency in medical terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to exchange critical non-routine information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to interpret various forms of instructions, including written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedules.
• Ability to exhibit tact, discretion, and sensitivity in patient interactions.
• Understanding of privacy regulations and compliance, including HIPAA.
• Experience in a Community Clinic (FQHC) considered a plus.
• Bilingual proficiency in our service languages (English / Spanish, English / Korean, English / Thai, English / Bengali) is highly desired.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

Kheir Clinic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kheir Clinic complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the

company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Kheir Clinic will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Please note that this job description is subject to change to meet the needs of Kheir Clinic.