REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program in a recognized institution in accordance with standards established by the Medical Board of California. Successful completion of LA County’s Division of HIV and STD Programs’ HIV Test Counselor Certification required within first 90-days of hire.
Knowledge of:
- Basic medical terminology and patient care methods and techniques.
- Methods and procedures for performing technical clinical procedures including phlebotomy, collecting and testing urine and other non-invasive specimens, and administering injections.
- Routine laboratory procedures.
- Standards and methods for maintaining sterile and sanitary laboratory and examining room conditions.
- Methods and standard procedures for the maintenance of medical records.
- Safety policies and safe practices applicable to the work.
- HIV infection; STD infection/treatment; HIV/AIDS prevention; psychosocial issues as it relates to HIV and STD transmission/acquisition, special issues relevant to individuals who are at risk for HIV/STD and/or living with HIV; health education and behavior modification theory; human sexuality, substance abuse, behavior change principles and strategies; effective communication skills; group dynamics; data management; general computer knowledge; community resources; health and social concerns of diverse populations such as gay and non-gay identified men who have sex with men and other genders, individuals who share injection paraphernalia, heterosexuals, women at sexual risk and transgender individuals
Ability to:
- Interview patients effectively for the purpose of acquiring medical, social and sexual histories.
- Risk reduction counseling to curtail the spread of HIV and other STDs.
- Communicate effectively with people of various educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions from physicians, mid-level providers and nurses and apply departmental policies, procedures and protocols applicable to work.
- Identify and correct unsanitary conditions and maintain sterile environments.
- Perform routine medical tests and procedures proficiently and accurately.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Operate a computer and standard business software.
- Maintain highly confidential personal and medical information in accordance to HIPAA regulations.
- Exercise tact, objectivity, sensitivity and sound judgment in dealing with a variety of people in a variety of sensitive situations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, patients and others encountered in the course of work.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.