Medical Assistant - Specialty Care, Thousand Oaks Moody Ct

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory patient care and emergency responses. The role includes basic administrative duties and hands-on clinical tasks under supervision, with responsibilities such as CPR, injections, venipuncture, and specimen handling.

Requirements include a medical assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited program, or national certification (CMA/NCCT/AMT).

Qualifications

• Must have a medical assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited program.
• National certification for medical assistants (CMA, NCCT or AMT) is acceptable.
• Experience or training in injections, venipuncture and basic medical procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the ambulatory setting and support during emergencies.
• Perform basic administrative, clerical and technical tasks as needed.
• Administer CPR and assist in procedures, including injections and venipuncture.

Skills

Ambulatory patient care

CPR

Vital signs

Phlebotomy/venipuncture

Education

Medical assistant diploma or certificate

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

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: $31.24-$41.22/Hourly

Qualifications

Required:

A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows:

1. Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES

OR

2. Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT

OR

3. 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.

• Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
• Ability to administer CPR.
• Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
• Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
• Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
• Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
• Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
• Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
• Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
• Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
• Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
• Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
• Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
• Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
• Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
• 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.
• Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
• Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
• Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
• Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
• Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
• Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
• Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more