Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Support

NALHE; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a patient care assistant to support direct patient care under supervision in a medical office or clinic setting. You will perform routine clinical tasks, assist physicians and other health care professionals, and help manage patient flow and records in a compliant, confidential manner.

Responsibilities include preparing medications as directed, applying aseptic techniques, maintaining test results, and providing basic information to patients while upholding

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Performs routine patient care functions as prescribed by licensed health care providers following established clinical protocols, policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities.
• Assists assigned physician(s) and/or other health care professional(s).
• Performs routine clerical functions as assigned (i.e. making appointments, chart management, telephone calls etc.).
• Prepares and administers medications as directed by physician order and in accordance with Kaiser Permanente guidelines.
• Assists medical personnel with procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
• Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual.
• Establishes and maintains systems for patient test results and follow-up.
• Provides basic information and assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Documents pertinent patient information, nursing procedures and patient responses, following established guidelines and maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations with members, staff and co-workers.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a patient care assistant to support direct patient care under supervision in a medical office or clinic setting. You will perform routine clinical tasks, assist physicians and other health care professionals, and help manage patient flow and records in a compliant, confidential manner.

Responsibilities include preparing medications as directed, applying aseptic techniques, maintaining test results, and providing basic information to patients while upholding