Medical Assistant

Kaiser Permanente; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking an entry-level Medical Assistant for an on-site position in Anaheim, CA. You will assist in direct patient care under supervision, perform routine clinical and clerical tasks, and support physicians and nurses in a dynamic clinic environment.

The role requires CMA/RMA certification or completion of an accredited MA program, with preferred one year of recent medical assisting experience. Evening shifts and on-call duties are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant or completion of accredited Medical Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care under supervision in a clinic setting.
• Support physicians and other health care professionals.
• Perform routine clerical tasks (appointments, chart management, calls).
• Prepare and administer medications per physician orders and Kaiser guidelines.
• Maintain infection control practices and aseptic technique.
• Record patient information and test results with confidentiality.
• Maintain courteous relations with patients and staff.

Skills

Medical assisting

Computer skills

Typing skills

Patient care

Education

Certified Medical Assistant program

RMA/CMA certification

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision and within established scope of practice, assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures, technical, and supportive functions in a medical office or clinic setting.

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes 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 Summary

Under direct supervision and within established scope of practice, assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures, technical, and supportive functions in a medical office or clinic setting.

Essential Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes 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.

Experience

Basic Qualifications

• N/A.

Education

• N/A.

License, Certification, Registration

• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant or completion of accredited Medical Assistant program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in medical assisting within the last five (5) years preferred.
• Computer and typing skills.

Notes

• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary

Primary Location: California,Anaheim,Lakeview Medical Offices

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1

Shift: Evening

Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat,

Working Hours Start: 09:30 AM

Working Hours End: 06:00 PM

Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call

Job Type: Standard

Worker Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01|SEIU|Local 399

Job Level: Entry Level

Department: Lakeview MOB - Obstetrics/Gyn-O/P - 0806

Pay Range: $30.43 - $33.71 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time

Work Setting: Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.