Medical Assistant (Temporary)

Kaiser Permanente; Santa Clara (CA); Presencial; USD 50 000 - 52 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support examination and treatment under physician supervision. The role emphasizes patient interviews, vital signs, room preparation, and basic clinical tasks.

You will document in medical records, assist with injections, manage supplies, and provide courteous patient service in a Labor Management Partnership environment. This is a temporary role with daytime hours.

Qualificações

• Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Permanente externship.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical information.
• Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
• Demonstrated ability to use personal computer.
• Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience.

Responsabilidades

• Interviews patients and measures vital signs and other pertinent information as required.
• Records information in patients medical record and prepares treatment rooms.
• Assists clinician with care of the patient and manages supplies.
• Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks, and completes forms.
• May administer medications, including injections, and handle instruments.
• Performs computer data entry and other department-specific clinical/technical tasks.
• Practices customer service standards in the department.

Conhecimentos

Medical terminology

Customer service

Computer literacy

Formação académica

High School Diploma/GED

Medical Assistants course per Medical Board of California

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or Designee.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and measure vital signs and other pertinent information as required by department. Records information in patients medical record. Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. Assists clinician with care of the patient. Inventories, orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department.
• Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. Performs computer data entry functions. Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. Performs other related duties as necessary. Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department.
• Anticipates the customers needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. Facilitates the customers ability to utilize resources. Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others.
• Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. Takes accountability for own actions. Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. Adheres to Attendance Policy. Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Permanente externship.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California.

License, Certification, Registration

• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical information.
• Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
• Demonstrated ability to use personal computer.
• Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

Grade 180

Primary Location

California, Santa Clara, Santa Clara Medical Offices

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Shift

Day

Workdays

Week 1: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat; Week 2: Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri *Expected length of employment up to 3 months; may include holidays and weekends.

Working Hours Start

08:30 AM

Working Hours End

05:00 PM

Job Schedule

Part-time

Job Type

Standard

Worker Location

Onsite

Employee Status

Temporary

Employee Group/Union Affiliation

A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West

Job Level

Entry Level

Department

Santa Clara Homestead Hospital - Urgent Care-ED - 0206

Pay Range

$36.34 - $38.23 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel

No

Work Setting

Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.