Medical Assistant - Orthopedics - Los Angeles, CA

VetJobs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Medical Network in Los Angeles is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the patient care team in an outpatient setting. You will interview patients, verify demographics and insurance, and prepare patients for examinations by taking vitals and documenting history.

The position involves scheduling, maintaining current patient information, and ensuring smooth patient flow while adhering to infection prevention and standard work guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED completed.
• Diploma in Medical Assisting or MA certification.
• At least 2 years experience in outpatient setting preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, take vital signs, review medications and record in medical records.
• Assist with tracking and monitoring department data.
• Explain policies and procedures to patients based on scope of practice.
• Manage patient care flow and monitor CS‑Link message pools.
• Set up exam or procedure rooms based on patient needs.
• Clean/re-process equipment and supplies per guidelines.
• Address patient, physician and staff concerns and escalate as needed.
• Provide assistance with QA measures and document QC testing.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient communication

Infection control

Medical records

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma in Medical Assisting

Medical Assistant Certification (MA)

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world‑class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then this dynamic opportunity is available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

The Cedars‑Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars‑Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA).

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding benefits, competitive salaries and health and dental insurance we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a complex, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing in this role?

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

Primary Duties And 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 escalates accordingly.
• Provides assistance in QA measures for suites, including recording QC testing on designated equipment.
• Provides assistance and direct patient inquiries or complaints to appropriate medical staff members and follow up to ensure satisfactory resolution.
• Monitors their own workflow to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in daily huddles and staff meetings.
• Adheres to all infection prevention standards, department policies and guidelines.
• Assists as a chaperone when needed upon completion of the required Chaperone Training.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities

Education

High School Diploma/GED required

Diploma in Medical Assisting from an accredited educational program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization

Work Experience

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

Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from American Heart Association (AHA) only required

Minimum Salary 25.00

Maximum Salary 33.68

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

City Los Angeles

State California

Job_Category Healthcare-Nurses/Medical Assistants

Job Code Health-Services health-services

Affiliate Sponsor Cedars-Sinai