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LifeLong Medical Care hires across clinical and community health roles, from primary care to behavioral health, serving underserved populations throughout the Bay Area. The organization has a track record of working through visa sponsorship for qualified Healthcare professionals, making it a realistic target if you're on a work visa.
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Supporting Community Healthcare is a rewarding role. LifeLong Medical Care is looking for a Medical Assistant at our Jenkins Family Medicine Residency Program in Richmond, California. The Medical Assistant is part of a patient-centered care team located in a teaching health center composed of a Family Medicine Provider, medical assistant, and auxiliary staff providing urgent and primary care health services in a community health center setting. Under the general supervision of the Back Office Supervisor and Lead Medical Assistant, the Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting medical providers by completing basic clerical and clinical tasks utilizing Electronic Health Record systems. The medical assistant will collaboratively work in a teaching health center with family medicine residents, family medicine faculty, as well as other specialty providers.
This is a full time, benefit eligible position, working 40 hours/week. Must be bilingual English/Spanish.
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW. Salaries and benefits are set by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), and an employee in this position must remain a member in good standing of SEIU-UHW, as defined in the CBA.
LifeLong Medical Care is a multi-site, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with a rich history of providing innovative healthcare and social services to a wonderfully diverse patient community. Our patient-centered health home is a dynamic place to work, practice, and grow. We have over 15 primary care health centers and deliver integrated services including psychosocial, referrals, chronic disease management, dental, health education, home visits, and much, much more.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $21.84/hour. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous leave benefits including ten paid holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan.
Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant is part of a patient-centered care team composed of a clinical provider, medical assistant, and auxiliary staff providing urgent and primary care health services in a community health center setting. Under the general supervision of the Back Office Supervisor and Lead Medical Assistant, the Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting medical providers by completing basic clerical and clinical tasks utilizing Electronic Health Record systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Administrative:
- Utilize an Electronic Health Record system to document patient registration, chief complaint, vital signs, review of systems, medication and health history, community health measures, including tobacco use and patient tracking.
- Assist in patient flow by timely rooming of patients and maintaining an awareness of exam room availability and timing.
- Provide back-up for the front desk with answering telephones, medical reception, financial eligibility, cashiering and medical records.
- Perform patient discharge activities, including but not limited to completion of referral forms, instructions regarding filling prescriptions, making appointments, copying forms and other activities as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Participate actively in team meetings and case conferences.
- Willingness to cross-train and perform the functions of financial eligibility, cashiering and telephone operations.
Clinical:
- Prepare exam rooms before and after patient examinations according to clinic infection control procedures.
- Perform injection of vaccines and basic in-clinic lab tests including but not limited to urine dipstick, hemoglobin A1C, regular hemoglobin, rapid strep, pregnancy test and glucose level tests as ordered by provider.
- Perform phlebotomy as needed.
- Perform EKG, ear lavage, audiometry testing and other tests as necessary.
- Assist practitioners during examinations as needed.
- Provide patient education and information as instructed by clinic practitioners and clinic protocols.
- Participate in home visits and street outreach to provide services.
- Actively participate in internal quality improvement teams and work with members proactively to drive quality improvement initiatives in accordance with the mission and strategic goals of the organization, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards.
Medical Office Maintenance:
- Maintain adequate stock of medical supplies and forms in clinic areas and at the MA Station, checking supply levels regularly.
- Clean, sterilize and stock reusable instruments, as needed.
- Test medical and laboratory equipment in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Keep all clinic areas neat and clean at all times.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to prioritize competing work demands and tasks from clients or staff
- Ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure in a positive, friendly manner
- Strong organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills, and ability to be flexible and adaptive to change.
- Ability to seek direction/approval from on essential matters, yet work independently, using professional judgment and diplomacy.
- Work in a team-oriented environment with a number of professionals with different work styles and support needs.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and ability to effectively work with people from diverse backgrounds and be culturally sensitive.
- Conduct oneself in internal and external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.
- Make appropriate use of knowledge/ expertise/ connections of other staff.
- Be creative and mature with a “can do”, proactive attitude and an ability to continuously “scan” the environment, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities for improvement.
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma/equivalent and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a community clinic or medical office setting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and the internet.
- Current CPR from AHA approved organization.
Job Preferences:
- Bachelor’s Degree in health care or related field.
- Prefer one of the following three certifications (1) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), or (2) American Medical Technologists (AMT) or (3) California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCMA)
- Electronic Health Records and Electronic Practice Management systems experience
- Experience working with the homeless, substance users, HIV (AIDS) infected or psychological impaired persons.
- Working knowledge of community health problems including social and economic factors relating to health.
INTRODUCTION
Supporting Community Healthcare is a rewarding role. LifeLong Medical Care is looking for a Medical Assistant at our Jenkins Family Medicine Residency Program in Richmond, California. The Medical Assistant is part of a patient-centered care team located in a teaching health center composed of a Family Medicine Provider, medical assistant, and auxiliary staff providing urgent and primary care health services in a community health center setting. Under the general supervision of the Back Office Supervisor and Lead Medical Assistant, the Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting medical providers by completing basic clerical and clinical tasks utilizing Electronic Health Record systems. The medical assistant will collaboratively work in a teaching health center with family medicine residents, family medicine faculty, as well as other specialty providers.
This is a full time, benefit eligible position, working 40 hours/week. Must be bilingual English/Spanish.
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW. Salaries and benefits are set by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), and an employee in this position must remain a member in good standing of SEIU-UHW, as defined in the CBA.
LifeLong Medical Care is a multi-site, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with a rich history of providing innovative healthcare and social services to a wonderfully diverse patient community. Our patient-centered health home is a dynamic place to work, practice, and grow. We have over 15 primary care health centers and deliver integrated services including psychosocial, referrals, chronic disease management, dental, health education, home visits, and much, much more.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $21.84/hour. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous leave benefits including ten paid holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan.
Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant is part of a patient-centered care team composed of a clinical provider, medical assistant, and auxiliary staff providing urgent and primary care health services in a community health center setting. Under the general supervision of the Back Office Supervisor and Lead Medical Assistant, the Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting medical providers by completing basic clerical and clinical tasks utilizing Electronic Health Record systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Administrative:
- Utilize an Electronic Health Record system to document patient registration, chief complaint, vital signs, review of systems, medication and health history, community health measures, including tobacco use and patient tracking.
- Assist in patient flow by timely rooming of patients and maintaining an awareness of exam room availability and timing.
- Provide back-up for the front desk with answering telephones, medical reception, financial eligibility, cashiering and medical records.
- Perform patient discharge activities, including but not limited to completion of referral forms, instructions regarding filling prescriptions, making appointments, copying forms and other activities as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Participate actively in team meetings and case conferences.
- Willingness to cross-train and perform the functions of financial eligibility, cashiering and telephone operations.
Clinical:
- Prepare exam rooms before and after patient examinations according to clinic infection control procedures.
- Perform injection of vaccines and basic in-clinic lab tests including but not limited to urine dipstick, hemoglobin A1C, regular hemoglobin, rapid strep, pregnancy test and glucose level tests as ordered by provider.
- Perform phlebotomy as needed.
- Perform EKG, ear lavage, audiometry testing and other tests as necessary.
- Assist practitioners during examinations as needed.
- Provide patient education and information as instructed by clinic practitioners and clinic protocols.
- Participate in home visits and street outreach to provide services.
- Actively participate in internal quality improvement teams and work with members proactively to drive quality improvement initiatives in accordance with the mission and strategic goals of the organization, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards.
Medical Office Maintenance:
- Maintain adequate stock of medical supplies and forms in clinic areas and at the MA Station, checking supply levels regularly.
- Clean, sterilize and stock reusable instruments, as needed.
- Test medical and laboratory equipment in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Keep all clinic areas neat and clean at all times.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to prioritize competing work demands and tasks from clients or staff
- Ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure in a positive, friendly manner
- Strong organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills, and ability to be flexible and adaptive to change.
- Ability to seek direction/approval from on essential matters, yet work independently, using professional judgment and diplomacy.
- Work in a team-oriented environment with a number of professionals with different work styles and support needs.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and ability to effectively work with people from diverse backgrounds and be culturally sensitive.
- Conduct oneself in internal and external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.
- Make appropriate use of knowledge/ expertise/ connections of other staff.
- Be creative and mature with a “can do”, proactive attitude and an ability to continuously “scan” the environment, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities for improvement.
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma/equivalent and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a community clinic or medical office setting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and the internet.
- Current CPR from AHA approved organization.
Job Preferences:
- Bachelor’s Degree in health care or related field.
- Prefer one of the following three certifications (1) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), or (2) American Medical Technologists (AMT) or (3) California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCMA)
- Electronic Health Records and Electronic Practice Management systems experience
- Experience working with the homeless, substance users, HIV (AIDS) infected or psychological impaired persons.
- Working knowledge of community health problems including social and economic factors relating to health.
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Align your credentials with FQHC standards
LifeLong Medical Care operates as a Federally Qualified Health Center, so licensure in California and any required DEA registration should be in order before you apply. Gaps in state licensure are the most common reason Healthcare sponsorship stalls at community health employers.
Target roles where H-1B specialty occupation fits
Clinical and allied health positions at LifeLong, such as physician, nurse practitioner, or clinical social worker, map cleanly to H-1B specialty occupation criteria. Front-line support roles with general degree requirements are harder to sponsor, so focus your search on licensed or credentialed clinical titles.
Raise sponsorship early in the interview process
Community health centers often have lean HR teams. Bringing up your visa status by the second interview, before an offer is drafted, gives the hiring manager time to loop in legal counsel without delaying your start date.
Confirm the employer's E-Verify enrollment before accepting
F-1 OPT and CPT authorization requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. LifeLong participates, but always verify enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer if you're relying on OPT authorization to start work.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Healthcare roles
LifeLong Medical Care posts across multiple job boards, making it easy to miss active openings. Use Migrate Mate to filter LifeLong's Healthcare roles by visa type so you only apply to positions where sponsorship is a realistic outcome for your status.
Account for USCIS processing time in your start date negotiation
If you need a new H-1B petition or a cap-exempt transfer, USCIS standard processing can run several months. Build that window into your start date conversation so LifeLong's onboarding team isn't surprised by the gap between offer acceptance and your first day.
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Find Healthcare at LifeLong Medical Care JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does LifeLong Medical Care sponsor H-1B visas for Healthcares?
Yes, LifeLong Medical Care sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Healthcare roles. Positions that require a specific professional license or clinical degree, such as physician, nurse practitioner, or licensed clinical social worker, are the strongest candidates for H-1B sponsorship because they meet USCIS specialty occupation requirements. General support roles with broad degree requirements are less commonly sponsored.
How do I apply for Healthcare jobs at LifeLong Medical Care?
You can find open Healthcare positions through LifeLong Medical Care's careers page or through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship eligibility so you can identify positions that match your status. When applying, note your visa type in your cover letter or application materials so recruiters can route your file appropriately from the start.
Which visa types are commonly used for Healthcare roles at LifeLong Medical Care?
LifeLong Medical Care has sponsored H-1B visas for clinical Healthcare roles and accommodates F-1 OPT and F-1 CPT for students completing healthcare-related programs. TN visa sponsorship is also available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying healthcare occupations listed under USMCA. The right visa category depends on your nationality, degree, and the specific role's requirements.
What qualifications are expected for Healthcare roles at LifeLong Medical Care?
LifeLong Medical Care serves underserved communities across the Bay Area, so clinical roles typically require active California licensure, relevant board certifications, and experience working in community health, primary care, or behavioral health settings. Bilingual skills are frequently listed as preferred given the patient populations served. For H-1B eligibility, your degree must align directly with the job title and duties.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Healthcare role at LifeLong Medical Care?
For H-1B transfers from another cap-subject employer, USCIS standard processing typically runs two to four months, though premium processing can shorten that to 15 business days. For new H-1B cap filings, the April lottery cycle means you could wait up to six months before your petition becomes effective on October 1. Factoring this into your offer negotiation avoids start date conflicts with LifeLong's hiring timeline.
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