Medical Assistant - Pediatrics, Porter Ranch

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide essential patient care in an ambulatory setting. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or certificate, national certification, and experience in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include recognizing medical signs, assisting during emergencies, and performing administrative tasks. This role requires flexibility to travel within community-based practices and work variable schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of experience as a Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting.
• Completion of a medical assistant program with specific training.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the ambulatory setting.
• Perform basic administrative, clerical, and technical supportive services.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs

Medical Inhalation Treatments

CPR/BLS Certification

Computerized Patient Care Systems

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma

National Certification for Medical Assistants

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

In this position, you will participate in providing patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms, and providing support during life-threatening emergencies. You will perform basic administrative, clerical, and technical supportive services as needed.

Salary range : $28.06-$37.02 / Hourly

Qualifications

Required :

• Medical assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited medical assistant school (accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP, or ABHES)
• National certification for medical assistants issued by CMA, NCCT, or AMT
• Completion of a medical assistant program with at least 10 hours of training in administering injections, skin tests, venipuncture, and skin puncture; and 10 hours of training in administering medical inhalation treatments

Skill and knowledge to maintain current Medical Assistant Certification or diploma

Minimum of six months of experience as a Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting

Active CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Knowledge of instruments and supplies for physical examinations and procedures

Ability to take vital signs, perform injections, administer medications, and obtain drug refills

Understanding of symptoms of common or life-threatening medical conditions and abnormal lab values

Proficiency with computerized patient care systems and Windows OS

Flexibility to travel within UCLA Health community-based practices and work variable schedules

Highly desired :

• Phlebotomy Certification

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