Medical Assistant, CF - San Quentin State Prison (SQ)

Position Overview

Salary: $3,645.00 - $4,140.00 per month
Location: Marin County
Schedule: 23 hours per week; Part Time - 4/5 Time

Under the administrative supervision of the Supervising Registered Nurse (SRN) II/III and the clinical supervision of a Physician, the Medical Assistant supports primary care providers in a variety of health care settings. This role is responsible for performing patient oriented procedures, supporting daily clinic operations, communicating effectively with patients and team members, and handling administrative duties at San Quentin State Prison within California’s correctional health services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient oriented procedures under the direction of a provider’s order.
• Provide support to the Primary Care Team (PCT) for daily clinic operations.
• Communicate effectively with patients and health care team members.
• Perform administrative duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Possess a valid certificate from an agency approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California to practice as a Medical Assistant (e.g., American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Certification Association, American Medical Technologists, California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants, Multi-skilled Medical Certification Institute, Inc., National Center for Competency Testing).
• Must have ACTIVE certification status prior to appointment.
• Pass the CalCareers examination for list eligibility prior to applying.
• Meet the Minimum Requirements as specified in the Classification Specification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Comprehensive state employee benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and protections provided by the State Civil Service Act. Detailed information is available on the CalHR and CalPERS websites.
• Opportunity for priority consideration for candidates with Reemployment, Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), or Surplus eligibility.