Per Diem Medical Assistant - Ambulatory Float Team (San Luis Obispo)

University of California - Los Angeles Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); Presencial; USD 31 538 - 44 918; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

University of California - Los Angeles Health is looking for a Medical Assistant to join their Ambulatory Float Team in San Luis Obispo. This per diem role involves providing administrative and patient care support across various clinics. Flexibility and enthusiasm are key as you travel to multiple sites while maintaining a minimum of 16 hours per week.

Candidates must have a medical assistant diploma or certification, along with BLS/CPR certification. Responsibilities include assisting in medical emergencies, interacting with patients, and maintaining accurate patient records.

Qualificações

• BLS/CPR certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Demonstrated experience with administering injections and performing medical tests.
• Ability to interact with diverse patient populations.

Responsabilidades

• Travel to various ambulatory clinics to provide patient care support.
• Assist in emergency medical situations and office procedures.
• Document patient care in computerized systems.

Conhecimentos

Flexibility

Patient care

Knowledge of medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

CPR administration

Venipuncture

Formação académica

Medical assistant diploma or certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

You can expand your professional circle while working at UCLA Health. As a Medical Assistant on the UCLA Health Ambulatory Float Team, you will travel to various ambulatory clinics to provide administrative and patient care support. Each day will be an exciting opportunity to work with new patients and colleagues, all while having the support and recognition that comes with being a part of UCLA Health.

This role requires for a Clinical Assistant who is flexible, enthusiastic, and proactive, as you'll be traveling to the San Luis Obispo UCLA Central Coast Community practices, with your schedule varying based on assignments.

As a per diem employee, you must provide your availability at least one month in advance. The minimum requirement is 2 shifts, totaling 16 hours per week, Monday through Friday, including one full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) per month. Days and hours may vary depending on assignments.

Salary range: $27.75 - $27.75 Hourly

Qualifications

Required:

• A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows:
  1.1. 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.

• BLS/CPR from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Ability to be highly flexible, travel to multiple work sites within UCLA Health community based practices and work a variable schedule
• 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 a 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.

Highly desired

• Possession of Phlebotomy Certification.
• Minimum of six months of recent working experience as a Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting.