Medical Assistant (Bilingual)

Kaiser Permanente; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a dynamic clinic environment. The role involves routine patient procedures, clerical tasks, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Candidates must be certified and bilingual in Mandarin, with a focus on delivering quality patient service.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant required.
• Basic Life Support certification needed.
• Minimum one year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in direct patient care and performs routine procedures.
• Documents patient information and maintains confidentiality.
• Prepares and administers medications as directed.

Skills

Bilingual (Mandarin)

Computer skills

Typing skills

Education

Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program

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.


• Bilingual (Mandarin) Level II required.

Preferred Qualifications:

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


• Computer and typing skills.

Notes:

• Assignments in Adult Primary Care, Pediatrics, Nurse Clinic, and Messages


• Days, hours, and location may change based on clinic need. Weekends may also be included.


• Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test (within the last 12 months), or be active in the QBS program.