Medical Assistant-Urology

Palomar Health Medical Group; Poway (CA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Palomar Health Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Urology clinic in Poway, CA. The position supports patient care in a fast-paced clinic, handling data entry, vital signs, and direct patient support under the supervision of RNs and physicians.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant Certificate, 0-6 months experience, and is bilingual in Spanish. Strong communication and computer skills are required; infection control and confidentiality are emphasized.

Formación

• Successful completion of Medical Assistant Certificate program with front and back office experience.
• 0-6 months related experience required.
• Bilingual - Spanish preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS - Heartsaver certification required.
• Certified CA State Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Register patients and input data into the computer system.
• Take vital signs and health screening.
• Assist physicians with examinations, procedures and other direct patient care.
• Prepare rooms with instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment.
• Maintain confidential patient records and proper infection control.

Educación

Medical Assistant Certificate program

American Heart Association BLS - Heartsaver

Certified CA State Medical Assistant

Herramientas

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Descripción del empleo

Medical Assistant-Urology### Medical Assistant-UrologyApply: Poway, CA: Full time: Posted Today: JR100703**Department:**Urology**Union:****Shift:**8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)**Hours Per Pay Period:**80 **Salary Range:**$24.40 - $34.16**Job Description:****Pay Range:** $24.40-$34.16**Job Summary**Under the supervision of an RN, LVN, physician assistant or physician, ensure quality patient care in clinic setting. Registers patients and inputs data in computer system, vital signs and health screening. Able to schedule, with good phone and customer service skills. Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment. Provides appropriate, direct patient care in assigned area(s). Takes patient's vital signs and provides personal care to patients. Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient's comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress. Ensures accurate maintenance of patient's medical records and that patient records are treated as confidential information.To support patient care, service excellence, and operational efficiency, employees may be expected to work in various units, departments, clinics, or locations as assigned. Assignments may change based on staffing levels, patient volume, and organizational needs.Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives, and infection control policies. Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care. Provides health care instruction to patient and family members. Documents transactions, phone conversations, observations, and orders in medical record according to policy and procedure of clinic. Responsible for following clinic policies and procedures for infection control in handling and disposing of infectious/hazardous waste materials. Responsible for accurate administration of medications as appropriate and collection/handling of lab specimens.Ability to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop-down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health Medical Group rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health Medical Group.**Job Requirements****Minimum Education:** Successful completion of Medical Assistant Certificate program with relevant front and back office experience**Preferred Education:** Not Applicable**Minimum Experience:** 0-6 months related experience**Preferred Experience**: Bilingual - Spanish**Required License:** Not Applicable**Preferred License:** Not Applicable**Required Certification:** American Heart Association recognized BLS - Heartsaver**Preferred Certification:** Certified CA State Medical AssistantWe are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.