Medical Assistant 1

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant!

Are you eager to grow in the medical field? Whether you have experience or not, no problem—we train!

Compensation:

• Competitive pay, based on experience. Starting at $19.50.

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Department: Medical

Status: Non-Exempt

Supervised By: Medical Assistant Supervisor

About the Role:

As a Medical Assistant at Hawai'i Island Community Health Center (HICHC), you'll support our healthcare team by providing patient care and assisting with clinical and laboratory tasks.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct preliminary assessments, obtain health history, and record data.

• Assist in exams, minor surgeries, wound care, and nebulizer treatments.

• Clean and prepare equipment and rooms.

• Maintain and stock medical supplies.

• Administer medications and immunizations.

• Collect lab specimens and perform CLIA-waived tests.

• Assist with patient education and scheduling.

• Follow up on patient testing and maintain files.

Education and Experience:

• High School graduate or GED.

• Technical school degree/certification (e.g., Nurse Assistant/Aide).

• Six months related experience or equivalent combination of training and education.

Why Join Us?

At HICHC, we care for our team as much as our community. Enjoy these benefits:

• Scrub Reimbursement: Up to $100/year.

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance.

• Financial Security: 403(b) Retirement Savings plan.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.

• ️ Peace of Mind: Life, Disability, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance.

• Flexibility: Flex-Spending Accounts.

• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Extras: Hawaii Life Flight, AFLAC, and Pet Insurance.

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

• Drug screening includes testing for illegal substances. Employment is contingent upon passing this test.

Ready to Apply?

Full-time