Medical Assistant - Primary & Specialty Care Clinic, DTLA

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 43.000 - 57.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

UCLA Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join ambulatory care teams in the Los Angeles area. You will participate in patient care, recognize signs and symptoms, and provide support during emergencies.

The role includes basic administrative, clerical and technical tasks, with backing for Primary and Specialty offices. You will demonstrate proficiency in CPR, venipuncture, injections, vital signs, medical terminology, and using computerized care systems, while maintaining compassionate

Qualifikationen

• Completion of a medical assistant program from an accredited MA school.
• Documentation of MA program completion from an accredited program (ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES).
• Documentation of national MA certification (CMA/NCCT/AMT).
• Experience/instruction in injections, venipuncture and skin tests (minimum 10 hours each).
• Ability to administer CPR and manage emergencies.
• Knowledge of normal/abnormal symptomology and life-threatening problems.
• Ability to administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
• Ability to use computerized patient care systems and medical terminology.

Aufgaben

• Provide patient care in ambulatory settings and support during emergencies.
• Perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services.
• Support the Primary and Specialty offices in daily operations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist in office workflows.

Kenntnisse

CPR

EKG

Venipuncture

Injections

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Teamwork

CPR certification

Ausbildung

Medical assistant diploma or certificate

Accredited MA program completion (ASSCS/ACCET/CAAHEP/ABHES)

National MA certification (CMA/NCCT/AMT)

Tools

Computerized patient care systems

Jobbeschreibung

Description

There's nothing more exciting and rewarding than being able to make a significant, positive difference in someone's life. At UCLA Health, you'll experience this joy every day while also enjoying the positive, supportive, and collaborative environment that makes ours one of the most loved workplaces. Join us and find out for yourself.

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. You will be supporting the Primary and Specialty office.

Salary range: $31.24 - $41.22 hourly

Qualifications

• 1. A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows
• Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or
• Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
• Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation.
• 2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
• 3. Ability to administer CPR.
• 4. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
• 5. Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
• 6. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
• 7. Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
• 8. Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
• 9. Knowledge of medical terminology.
• 10. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
• 11. Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
• 12. Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
• 13. Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
• 14. Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
• 15. Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
• 16. Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
• 17. Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
• 18. Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
• 19. Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.
• 20. Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
• 21. Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
• 22. Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
• 23. Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
• 24. Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
• 25. Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
• 26. Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more