Medical Assistant

Kaiser Permanente; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Anaheim is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and supportive functions in a clinic setting. Under supervision, you will assist physicians, perform routine patient care, and manage charting and communications.

Responsibilities include medication prep per orders, adherence to infection control standards, and accurate documentation of patient information and test results. Will float to orthopedics and participate in on-call scheduling as needed.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Preferred: 1 year of medical assisting experience in the last five years.
• Computer and typing skills are expected.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and other health care professionals with patient care and procedures.
• Perform routine patient care tasks and clerical duties including chart management and scheduling.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Support infection control and aseptic techniques as outlined by guidelines.
• Document patient information, nursing procedures and responses while protecting confidentiality.
• Coordinate patient flow and follow-up across clinic locations.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing

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.

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.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• 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.
• BLS required

Notes:

• Float to all ortho locations
• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.