Medical Assistant II

Medical Assistant II

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We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being, and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

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. The role also supports Ryan White clients with treatment and appointment adherence and contributes to a multidisciplinary care team to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

• 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 disposes of contaminated supplies.
• Prepares and administers medications as directed by a physician.
• Shows patients to examination rooms and prepares them for the physician.
• Explains treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians' instructions to patients.
• Collects laboratory specimens, logs the specimens, and prepares 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 (HCT
100) or position equivalent.

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

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.

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 U.S. Department of Education…