Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine Clinic, Santa Monica

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.

1. Interpersonal

skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians

and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.

1. Verbal skills to

effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or

on the telephone.

1. Skill to accurately

perform an EKG.

1. Ability to assist

in orientation of new staff.

1. Ability to order

medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.

1. Ability to follow

proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work

standards.

1. Ability to organize

tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.

1. Ability to schedule

patient for referrals to specialists.

1. Ability to be

flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.

1. 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.

1. Ability to perform

accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.

1. Knowledge of all

safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated

instruments.

1. Knowledge of MSDS

and emergency treatments.

1. Ability to work

overtime in cases of emergency.

1. Ability to be

punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.

1. Skill in

maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer

service.

1. Ability to push,

pull or carry 30 lbs or more

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