Medical Assistant (Bilingual Mandarin)

Kaiser Permanente; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

KAISER Permanente in Irvine, California is seeking a Medical Assistant (Bilingual Mandarin) to assist with direct patient care under supervision. The role includes supporting licensed clinicians, basic clerical tasks, and medication preparation in a clinic setting.

Required are a CMA/RMA or MA program completion and Bilingual English/Mandarin Level II, with bilingual testing or QBS program status. Weekend and multi-location work may be required.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant or completion of accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Bilingual (English/Mandarin) Level II required.
• Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test (within the last 12 months), or be active in the QBS program.
• Minimum one year of experience in medical assisting preferred.
• Computer and typing skills.

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 maintain courteous and cooperative relations with members, staff and co-workers.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Bilingual English Mandarin Level II

Computer skills

Typing skills

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 maintain 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 (English/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:

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

• This is a variable position, start times may vary within the shift.

• May work weekends and/or multiple locations based on clinic need.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Medical Assistant (Bilingual Mandarin)

LOCATION: Irvine, California

REQNUMBER: 1444954

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.