Medical Assistant

UCLA Health; Santa Monica (CA); Sur place; USD 43 000 - 57 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UCLA Health in Santa Monica, CA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and the clinical care team in a fast-paced ambulatory clinic. You will perform direct patient care, prepare patients for visits, document information, coordinate patient flow, and assist in emergencies.

The role requires delivering high-quality patient care with attention to safety and documentation, including vital signs, injections, and basic testing under supervision.

Qualifications

• Medical assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited program.
• National certification as CMA/NCCT/AMT or equivalent.
• Experience with injections, venipuncture, injections administration training.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct patient care in an ambulatory clinic setting.
• Prepare patients for visits, document information, and coordinate patient flow.
• Assist in medical emergencies and support the care team.

Connaissances

Direct patient care

Vital signs

EKG

Injections (IM/Subcutaneous)

Venipuncture

CPR

Lifesaving emergencies support

Medical terminology

Interpersonal communication

Formation

Medical assistant diploma/certificate

National certification CMA/NCCT/AMT

Injection/venipuncture training hours

Description du poste

Work Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Posted Date

11/09/2026

Salary Range: $31.24 - 41.22 Hourly

Employment Type

Duration

Indefinite

Job #

33975

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Neurology is looking to hire a Medical Assistant to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory clinic setting. In this role, you will support physicians and the clinical care team by assisting with direct patient care, recognizing and reporting normal and abnormal signs and symptoms, and providing support during urgent and life-threatening emergencies. You will also perform a variety of clinical, administrative, and clerical duties, including preparing patients for visits, documenting information, coordinating patient flow, and ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the clinic. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who is committed to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting a collaborative healthcare team.

Hourly range: $31.24-$41.22

Job Qualifications

• 1.A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows
  • Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET,CAAHEP or ABHES or
  • Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
  • Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation.
• 2.Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
• 3.Ability to administer CPR.
• 4.BLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• 5.Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
• 6.Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
• 7.Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
• 8.Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
• 9.Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
• 10.Knowledge of medical terminology.
• 11.Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
• 12.Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
• 13.Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
• 14.Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
• 15.Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
• 16.Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
• 17.Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
• 18.Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
• 19.Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
• 20.Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.
• 21.Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
• 22.Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
• 23.Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
• 24.Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
• 25.Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
• 26.Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
• 27.Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.