Oncology Medical Assistant: Compassionate Patient Care

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 89,627,000 - 118,047,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CA Phlebotomy License (CPT)

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care in ambulatory settings under physician supervision. The role includes basic administrative duties, clinical tasks, and assisting during emergencies.

Qualified candidates hold a medical assistant diploma/certificate, national MA certification, and BLS. Training in injections, venipuncture, and phlebotomy is required, with proficiency in EHR systems and medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Must have medical assistant diploma/certificate and national MA certification.
• Documentation of injection and skin test training (≥10 hours) and venipuncture training.
• HS diploma/ GED and BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of normal and abnormal signs, CPR capability, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ambulatory patient care under physician supervision.
• Provide support during life-threatening emergencies.
• Perform basic admin, clerical and technical tasks as trained.

Skills

Medical knowledge & symptoms

CPR & emergency care

Medication administration

Venipuncture

Vital signs

ECG

EHR systems

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Staff onboarding

Supply management

Policy adherence

Task organization

Referral scheduling

Front/back office flexibility

Procedural support (audiometry, spirom

Education

Medical assistant diploma or certificate (accredited program)

National MA certification (CMA/NCCT/AMT)

Injection/skin test training (≥10 hours)

HS Diploma/ GED

BLS certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Tools

EHR software

Medical equipment handling

Job description

University of California - Los Angeles Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care in ambulatory settings under physician supervision. The role includes basic administrative duties, clinical tasks, and assisting during emergencies.

Qualified candidates hold a medical assistant diploma/certificate, national MA certification, and BLS. Training in injections, venipuncture, and phlebotomy is required, with proficiency in EHR systems and medical terminology.