Medical Assistant - Outpatient Care & Patient Experience

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient relations and clerical duties in an outpatient clinical setting in Los Angeles. The role includes taking vital signs, verifying patient information, and preparing patients for examinations.

The position involves appointment scheduling, managing demographics and insurance information, and collaborating with the care team to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certificate from an accredited program required.
• 2 years of outpatient clinical/medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, take vital signs and review medications, recording in medical record.
• Assist with tracking and monitoring department data.
• Explain policies, procedures, or services to patients based on scope of practice.
• Manage patient care flow and monitor CS-Link message pools and standard work.
• Set up exam rooms based on patient visit needs.
• Maintain inventory and sanitary standards of clinical areas.
• Clean/re-process equipment and supplies per procedures.
• Address patient, physician, and staff questions or concerns and escalate as needed.
• Participate in daily huddles and staff meetings.
• Adhere to infection prevention standards and department guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medical Assistant Certificate

Job description

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient relations and clerical duties in an outpatient clinical setting in Los Angeles. The role includes taking vital signs, verifying patient information, and preparing patients for examinations.

The position involves appointment scheduling, managing demographics and insurance information, and collaborating with the care team to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.