Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Operations

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and the care team in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. The role involves front and back office duties, patient flow management, specimen collection, EHR documentation, and assisting with procedures to ensure safe, efficient care.

The position emphasizes accurate record-keeping, adherence to infection control standards, and collaboration with the team to deliver exceptional patient experiences in a

Qualifications

• ACCSC/ACCET/CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited program completion.
• National CMA, NCCT or AMT certification.
• Program including injections, skin tests, venipuncture, and inhalation medication training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, rooming patients, obtain vital signs, document in EHR, administer medications, perform EKGs, collect specimens, and support diagnostic testing.
• Assist physicians with examinations, procedures, and treatments while complying with safety, infection control, OSHA, and PPE requirements.
• Support clinic operations through referral coordination, inventory management, patient flow oversight, documentation, staff training, and adherence to policies.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EKG administration

Infection control

EHR documentation

Education

Medical assistant diploma/certificate

CMA/NCCT/AMT certification

Injection/venipuncture/medication training

Job description

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and the care team in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. The role involves front and back office duties, patient flow management, specimen collection, EHR documentation, and assisting with procedures to ensure safe, efficient care.

The position emphasizes accurate record-keeping, adherence to infection control standards, and collaboration with the team to deliver exceptional patient experiences in a