Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Beverly Hills

Cedars-Sinai; California; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai seeks a Medical Assistant to join their patient care team. Responsibilities include patient interaction, vital sign monitoring, and assisting with clinical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care and relevant certifications, contributing to a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vacation

403(b)

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program required.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and records vital signs.
• Manages patient care flow and assists with monitoring.
• Cleans and re-processes equipment based on guidelines.

Skills

Patient Relations

Communication

Data Monitoring

Quality Assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Accredited X-Ray Program

Job description

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 . News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!

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.

A Little More About What You Will be Doing

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.

Duties & 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 escalate accordingly.
• Provides assistance in QA measures for suites, including recording QC testing on designated equipment.
• Monitors their own workflow to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in daily huddles and staff meetings.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program and / or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization
• Graduate of an accredited X-Ray program preferred

Experience

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

Licenses / Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required must be valid 60 days from hire date
• Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization preferred

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Medical Assistant Primary Care • CA, United States