Job Information
UCLA Health Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine Clinic, Santa Monica in Santa Monica, California
Description
In this position, you will participate in providing patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and providing support during life threatening emergencies. You will perform basic administrative clerical and technical supportive services as needed.
Salary Range: $28.06 - $37.02/hourly
Qualifications
1.
A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows
Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or
Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
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.
- Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life
threatening medical problems.
3.
Ability to administer CPR and BLS from AHA or ARC
4.
Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and
subcutaneous medications.
5.
Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to
all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
6.
Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug
refills.
7.
Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office
procedures.
8.
Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
9.
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 an 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
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