Jobs Companies Institute on Aging Medical Assistant

About this Medical Assistant role at Institute on Aging

Institute on Aging · Onsite · San Francisco, CA

Note:If you are a current employee, please apply through the internal career page.

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.

With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

TEMP MEDICAL ASSISTANT ASSIGNMENT THROUGH FEB.
The medical assistant works as part of a team to provide primary medical care services.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • As part of a health care team, provide personal care and assistance within the clinic, which will help to maintain and increase the ability of older participants to live safely at home. Tasks may include: assisting participants with personal care (colostomy care, bathing, peri-care, care of mouth, skin and hair), eating; helping in and out of bed in the center; assistance in toileting (including use of bedpan) and ambulating, taking of vital signs and collection of urine, sputum, etc.

  • Completes tasks within certification including preparing participants to see MD/RN, complete and document blood draws, skin test, placement and reading, administer medication orally, and other tasks within Medical Assistant scope of practice.

  • Communicates data collected, such as vital signs and urine output, to appropriate clinic staff.

  • Works with clinic aide to ensure supplies in the exam rooms and clinic storage are stocked and organized.

  • Works closely with Primary Care Providers to prepare participants for visits.

  • Provides behavioral/emotional supervision or support to participants, such as reality orientation or reminders to follow through on nursing/medical care and diet restrictions.

  • Responsible for keeping clinic areas clean and safe when participants are on site.

  • Regularly reports on status and progress of participants to clinic staff.

  • Fulfills other administrative requirements of the job such as reporting, keeping statistical records and logs, medical records utilizing electronic medical records system, and attending staff conferences and meetings as directed.

  • May participate in the training and orientation of Health Workers, volunteers, etc.

  • Actively participates in and encourages actions that promote good public relations with participants, their families and friends, visitors and the community.

  • Working for a program that provides services six days a week, may be required to work a flexible schedule, including Saturday.

  • Provide back-up administrative assistance if the clinic clerk is absent.

  • All other reasonably related jobs as assigned.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Graduation from a certified Medical Assistant program

  • Interest and willingness to work in a multilingual, multicultural environment.

  • Knowledge of the community served.

  • Current/prior experience in phlebotomy


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 35 lbs.

  • Ability to reach, bend and walk

  • Five finger manipulations

COMPENSATION:

Range: $ 27.00-$29.00

This amount is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factors.

This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included.

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How this Medical Assistant salary compares

This role pays $58,240/yrabove the typical range for Medical Assistant roles.

$55,120 median $55,120 $57,304

Typical range $55,120–$55,900/yr, from 6 comparable Medical Assistant listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Medical Assistant salary insights →

About Institute on Aging

A job with benefits that goes above and beyond. From competitive salaries to investment and retirement opportunities, we offer our employees first-rate benefits. Coupled with outstanding health coverage, robust wellness programs, and additional perks, we make a rewarding career even more rewarding.

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