Medical Assistant I
Company: Northeast Valley Health Corporation
Location: San Fernando
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Under the supervision of a licensed practitioner, the Medical
Assistant will perform non-invasive routine technical supportive
services of clinic patient care relating to therapeutic and
diagnostic functions, following established policies & procedures,
and techniques. The supervising licensed practitioner must be
physically present in the treatment facility for the Medical
Assistant to perform non-invasive technical supportive services.
The Medical Assistant also provides a variety of administrative,
assistive & supportive clinical and outreach activities. The
Medical Assistant cannot evaluate or synthesize data. Reports to:
Direct & Administrative: Registered Nurse Supervisor, Program
Manager, Clinic Administrator or designee Technical/Clinical:
Licensed Independent Practitioner in consultation with the Director
of Nursing Services or designee Qualifications for Medical
Assistant I: 1. High school diploma or General Educational
Development (GED) Certificate is preferred. 2. Completion of a
secondary or postsecondary Medical Assistant education program from
a public school authorized by the Department of Education, or an
approved Medical Assistant program at a postsecondary institution
accredited or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary
Education. a. Medical Assistant I - Family Medicine For positions
assigned to clinical areas of Family Medicine: Must demonstrate
within ninety days of employment, competency in the usage of
clinical equipment and Point of Care testing e.g. pregnancy test,
urine dip, etc. Have knowledge of instrument sterilization
procedures and process. b. Medical Assistant I - Women’s Health For
positions assigned to clinical areas of Women’s Health Services:
Must demonstrate within ninety days of employment, competency in
using clinical equipment, Point of Care testing e.g. pregnancy
test, urine dip, etc., and knowledge of instrument sterilization
procedures and processes. Must pass the Family Planning Health
Worker written and video certification within six months of
employment. Possess a minimum of one full year's paid experience in
Gynecology and/or Obstetrics services preferred. Medical Assistant
I must meet the following additional requirements: 1. Must maintain
a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, in
compliance with corporate CPR Policy. 2. Displays qualities of
dependability and reliability, be willing to accept a variety of
tasks, and able to comprehend quickly and follow instructions
accurately. 3. Be able to communicate tactfully and empathetically,
with cultural sensitivity; with staff, patients, and family
members. 4. Write and print legibly. 5. Be well groomed and display
mature behavior. 6. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills. 7.
Must be willing and able to work a varied and flexible schedule to
accommodate the needs of NEVHC and its patients. 8. Must maintain
or exceed Medical Assistant competency levels as established by
corporate standards for clinical practice. 9. Must demonstrate
through written and oral testing, the knowledge and skills
necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients
served and has knowledge of the principles of growth and
development over the life span. He or she can identify and
categorize each patient's age-specific group needs, such as those
for infant, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients. 10. Fluency in
English (speaks, read and write). 11. Fluency in Spanish (speaks,
translate, read and write) and must complete the mandatory Medical
Interpretation course offered at NEVHC. 12. Ability to maintain
absolute confidentiality about health care and another
patient/client information. 13. Ability to utilize electronic
medical records effectively to intake and document patient
information and schedule appointments. 14. Current California
driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage and a driving
record acceptable to the NEVHC’s insurance carrier (if required to
drive on the job). Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides
equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national
origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status,
amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with
applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health
Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing
non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the
company has facilities.
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