Medical Assistant- Surgery, Limited App. (Encino)

General Information

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Work Location: Encino, USA

Onsite or Remote

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule

Monday- Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm

Posted Date

05/08/2024

Salary Range: $28.06 - 37.02 Hourly

Employment Type

4 - Staff: Limited

Duration

12 month

Job #

15831

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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The Medical Assistant is responisble for providing clinical and technical support assisting the physicians in the provision of medical care to patients for full scope of Surgery services. The duties of a medical assistant iinvolve completing routine patient care. Clinical duties include, but not limited to: preparing patients for visits, assisting physicians during visits and coordinating patient treatment plans at time of discharge. The MA is responsible for providing basic procedure set up and support, ultrasound machine, specimen collection and preparation, blodd draws; depending on clinical and providor needs. The MA will provide support with charting, billing, data collections, authorizations, in-basket messaging and other duties as assigned by his/her direct or indirect supervisor. Administrative duties include, but not limited to scheduling appointments, calling patients to confrim appointments, updating and or verifying insurance.

Salary Range: $28.06- $37.02

• This is a 12 month Limited appointment, may convert to career*
• Will be required to float to Toluca Lake Clinic*

Job Qualifications

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• 1. A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows
  
  

• a. Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or

• b. Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or

• c. 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.

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  2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
  
  
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  3. Ability to administer CPR.
  
  
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  4. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
  
  
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  5. Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
  
  
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  6. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
  
  
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  7. Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
  
  
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  8. Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
  
  
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  9. Knowledge of medical terminology.
  
  
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  10. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
  
  
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  11. Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
  
  
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  12. Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
  
  
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  13. Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
  
  
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  14. Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
  
  
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  15. Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
  
  
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  16. Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
  
  
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  17. Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
  
  
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  18. Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
  
  
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  19. 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.
  
  
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  20. Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
  
  
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  21. Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
  
  
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  22. Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
  
  
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  23. Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
  
  
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  24. Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
  
  
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  25. Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
  
  
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  26. Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more
  
  

• Preferred

• At least two- year medical office experience

• At least two-year full time work experience in a hospital, clinic or office setting working directly with