Medical Assistant 2

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA) · GA

Full-time$38,433 per year
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We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
 Medical Assistant (10239) 

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents. 

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDE: 
* 13 Paid Holidays *3 Weeks Annual Leave * 3 Weeks Sick Leave * Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm * Pension Plan * Employer 401K Match * Payroll Deductible Health Benefits * Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits * Flexible Spending Accounts * Worksite Wellness * Diverse Workforce *  Opportunities for Growth *  Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation

LOCATION:T.O. Vinson Health Center 
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT:Clinical Services 
SALARY INFORMATION: $38,433.04 Annually / Pay Grade G/ Job Code HCT101

Under general supervision, performs administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of the clinician on duty. Assists in the clinic by taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, collecting specimens, assisting clinicians with procedures. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Dekalb County.



Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university with one (1) year experience in a related field; 
OR
High School diploma/GED and two 2 years of experience in medical assisting
OR
Two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Medical Assistant 1 (HCT100) or position equivalent.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior experience in a medical office setting with excellent customer service skills, front and back-office job duties Phlebotomy certification preferred. Public Health experience is a plus. Knowledge and usage of computers and Windows Software related programs. Bi-lingual a plus, Spanish preferred.NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason. Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason. Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification. accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov

DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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