Medical Assistant: Patient Care & EKG Pro

University of Southern California; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California (USC) in Las Vegas is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a collaborative clinical setting. Responsibilities include escorting patients, recording vital signs, and assisting physicians with exams and procedures.

The role requires completing an accredited Medical Assistant program and BLS certification, with focus on privacy, safety, and accurate charting in EHR systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant certificate/diploma program.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare charts with relevant medical information.
• Obtain and record vital signs and medication lists; assist physicians with exams and minor procedures.
• Perform EKGs and venipuncture; collect, label, and route specimens as required.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and maintain patient flow while ensuring privacy and safety.
• Maintain infection control standards and keep exam rooms stocked and organized.
• Enter patient information into chart/EHR per Joint Commission standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certificate/diploma

Tools

Cerner

ProSolv

GECB

COR

Scheduling software

Job description

University of Southern California (USC) in Las Vegas is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a collaborative clinical setting. Responsibilities include escorting patients, recording vital signs, and assisting physicians with exams and procedures.

The role requires completing an accredited Medical Assistant program and BLS certification, with focus on privacy, safety, and accurate charting in EHR systems.