Medical Assistant - Urgent Care

United Medical Doctors; Temecula (CA); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

United Medical Doctors in Temecula, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support outpatient clinical operations. You will record patient histories, measure vitals, prepare exam rooms, collect specimens, and assist physicians with procedures.

Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure accurate documentation in medical records. The role requires strong communication, empathy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding setting while upholding HIPAA and infection control

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years in an ambulatory clinic/medical office setting preferred.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, physically demanding environment.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations (HIPAA) and infection control.

Responsabilités

• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vitals.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain cleanliness.
• Collect blood, tissue, or other specimens and log them for testing.
• Operate X-ray, EKG, or other diagnostic equipment for routine tests.
• Explain procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
• Perform general office duties including answering phones and completing forms.
• Maintain instrument sterilization and dispose of contaminated supplies.
• Keep inventory of test kits and order supplies as needed.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures; assist with injections and sutures.
• Protect patient information and ensure confidentiality of records.

Connaissances

Customer service

Communication

Empathy

Confidentiality

Dexterity

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Job Details:

Job Location: Temecula, CA 92592, Salary Range: $23.00 - $25.00 Hourly,

• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing
• Operate x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients
• Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies
• Maintain inventory of test kits and order supplies for kits when necessary
• Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures
• Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential
• Greet and check-in patients arriving at office or clinic
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/ GED
• Minimum two years of experience working in an ambulatory clinic/medical office setting preferred
• Possess an ability to function in a high stress, physically demanding setting
• Knowledge of health care regulations and preventative measures (HIPAA confidentiality, infection spread, etc.)
• Exemplary customer service experience including client relationships and job knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise manual dexterity, control precision and arm-hand steadiness accurately
• Ability to be empathetic with patients; ability to maintain confidentiality