Medical Assistant- Clinic Float Pool

Dev; Huntington Park (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Vacation

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Southern California seeks a skilled Medical Assistant to join their patient care team. In this role, you will manage patient relations, verify information, and prepare patients for examinations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certification, and experience in an outpatient clinical environment. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, scheduling appointments, and maintaining patient records. Join a top-rated organization committed to quality care and diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical setting.
• Strong communication skills to manage patient interactions.
• Ability to take and record vital signs accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and perform preliminary physical tests.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient information.
• Track and monitor department specific data to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and reprocessing of equipment.

Skills

Patient relations

Telephone communication

Vital signs taking

Medication review

Scheduling appointments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from accredited Medical Assisting program

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with CEDARS-SINAI to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name: CEDARS-SINAI

Job Description

Are you ready to bring your skills to a world-class healthcare organization recognized as one of the top ten in the United States? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California!

Cedars-Sinai is a nonprofit, independent healthcare organization committed to improving the health status of the communities we serve through:

• Leadership and excellence in delivering quality healthcare services
• Expanding the horizons of medical knowledge through biomedical research
• Educating and training physicians and other healthcare professionals

Quality patient care is our priority. Providing excellent clinical and service quality, offering compassionate care, and supporting research and medical education are essential to our mission. We have been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022-23.

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

A Little More About What You Will be Doing

As a member of the patient care team, the Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations, proper telephone communication, verification of patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit. Responsibilities also include preparing the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, temperature, and reporting patient history summary.

This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling, performing routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.

• Greets patients, take appropriate vital signs, review current medications and record in medical record
• Assists with tracking and monitoring department specific data
• Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice
• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs
• Manages patient care flow and assist with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work
• Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Graduation from accredited Medical Assisting from an accredited educational program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization

Experience:

• 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting preferred

Licenses/Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required