Medical Assistant (MA) Cardiology, Full-Time/Temporary, Days

PIH Health; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to work under general supervision across departments. You will perform patient-specific clinical tasks, process referrals (HMO/PPO), and maintain accurate records while coordinating outcomes with involved parties.

The role requires a high school diploma and completion of an accredited MA program, with at least six months of front/back office experience. Some travel may be required, with a valid CA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Formal MA training required: high school diploma or equivalent and graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Minimum six months of front and back medical office experience; two years preferred.
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License if hired into Float Pool, ability to stay composed in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of procedures under general supervision; follow patient-specific duties and scope of practice.
• Float between departments and travel as needed; process referrals (HMO/PPO) and maintain records.
• Notify concerned parties of referral outcomes; ensure accuracy of documentation and records.

Skills

Verbal and written skills

Fluent English

EHR proficiency

Data entry

Typing

Spanish (preferred)

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + Medical Assistant program certificate

Job description

The Medical Assistant works under general supervision to perform a variety of procedures; fills in and performs various patient-specific job duties; must have knowledge of each clinical task assigned; must keep updated on any changes made within the Medical Assistant scope of practice. The Medical Assistant may be requested to float between departments and periodically travel; process all outside referrals including HMO and PPO, maintaining accurate records and notifying all concerned parties of the outcome as required.

Required Skills

• With consideration to age, employee utilizes the approved process to resolve biophysical, psychological, educational and environmental needs of patient and significant other when administering care.
• Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment which may include a considerable amount of walking, and physical assistance for patients.
• Strong verbal and written skills; fluent in English.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control and patient safety measures.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Adaptability and accuracy.
• Must have good visual acuity and motor coordination.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to handle cash transactions.
• Strong computer skills (data entry and typing).
• Honest, dependable, and conscientious.
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) computerized practice management and other record keeping systems.
• Bilingual, Spanish preferred.

Required Experience

• Formal training will be indicated by a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Minimum six (6) months of front and back medical office experience required.
• Two (2) years of front and back medical office experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License if hiring into Medical Assistant Float Pool
• Ability to maintain composure when confronted with fast paced situations, excellent communication skills; ability to work in an environment involving a high level of activity and a variety of positions.

Address

11480 Brookshire Ave

Salary

23.00-33.12

Shift

Days

Zip Code

90241