Medical Assistant - IM - Playa Vista

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, reviewing medications, and preparing patients for examinations with attention to accuracy and safety.

The role involves coordinating with clinicians, maintaining inventory, and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout visits. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in this busy environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program and/or Medical Assistant Certification.
• Graduate of an accredited X-Ray program preferred.
• 2 years of outpatient MA experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• 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.
• Manages patient care flow and assist with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work.
• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs.
• Sweeps clinical areas to monitor inventory based on standard work.
• Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines.
• Addresses patient, physician, and staff concerns and elevate accordingly.
• Provides assistance in QA measures for suites, including recording QC testing on designated equipment.
• Monitors their own workflow to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in daily huddles and staff meetings.

Connaissances

Vital signs

Patient care

Telephone communication

Clinical workflow

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Accredited medical assistant program

X-Ray program (preferred)

Outils

CS-Link

Description du poste

Job Description

Cedars-Sinai has a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!

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. The Medical Assistant is also responsible to prepare the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting patient history summary.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• 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
• Manages patient care flow and assist with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work.
• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs.
• Sweeps clinical areas to monitor inventory based on standard work.
• Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines.
• Addresses patient, physician, and staff concerns and elevate accordingly.
• Provides assistance in QA measures for suites, including recording QC testing on designated equipment.
• Monitors their own workflow to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in daily huddles and staff meetings.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization
• Graduate of an accredited X-Ray program preferred

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
• Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization preferred