MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to work at a facility in Soledad, California. These are registry positions with our company. Pay Rate: $37/hour W2 Shifts Available: Area: Mental Health OT-8HR Class: MA Shift: 1 Start: 08:00:00 End: 16:30:00

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least one year (12 months) of previous working experience within the last 36 months (3yrs) as a Medical Assistant
• Must have up to date certification in the state of CA
• CPR card issued by the American Heart Association
• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Compassionate and caring demeanor
• Familiarity with medical terminology

MUST BE NATIONALLY CERTIFIED BY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• AAMA, American Medical Technologists, California Certifying Board Of Medical Assistant, Multiskilled Medical Certification Institute, Inc., National Center Of Competency, Or American Medical Certification Association, *NHA Not Accepted*

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide patient care under direction of nursing staff
• Record patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history
• Update and maintain all client records
• Assist nurse in maintaining medical inventory
• Administer prescribed medications to patients
• Sterilize and prepare medical tools and equipment
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment