Medical Assistant II

Medical Assistant II at the HOPE Center supports compassionate and confidential care for Ryan White clients. Working under provider supervision, this role handles vital signs, patient prep, medication and vaccine administration, specimen collection, and medical record documentation. Medical Assistant II also supports Ryan White clients with treatment and appointment adherence and contributes to a multidisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities  

• Records patients' medical history, vital statistics and information such as test results in medical records.
• Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
• Interviews patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
• Prepares and administers medications as directed by a physician.
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians' instructions to patients.
• Collect laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.
• Performs additional professional duties as assigned.

Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and 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 I (HCT100) or position equivalent.
 
Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a public health setting.
• Previous experience working with Ryan White clients.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. 

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. 

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov. 

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Benefits

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
 In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.