Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (Pasadena)

Cedars-Sinai; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Vacation

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai in Pasadena is looking for a skilled Medical Assistant to enhance patient care and maintain efficient clinical processes. This role ensures positive patient relations, proper communication, and prepares patients for examinations.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and a Medical Assistant Certificate, along with Basic Life Support Certification. Join us to work in a rewarding environment with exceptional employee benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant Certificate from an accredited program is essential.
• Basic Life Support Certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and takes vital signs.
• Schedules appointments and maintains patient demographics.
• Cleans and prepares exam rooms based on patient needs.

Skills

Patient relations

Telephone communication

Vital signs measurement

QA measures

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medical Assistant Certificate

Tools

CS-Link

Job description

Join Cedars-Sinai!

Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!

Job Description

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 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.

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.

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

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED
• Vocational/Technical Diploma- Medical Assistant Certificate from an accredited educational program
• License/Certification: Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross for Healthcare Providers required upon Hire
• Experience: 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting preferred