Medical Assistant - Orthopedics - Santa Monica, CA
Medical Assistant - Orthopedics - Santa Monica, CA
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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is OnSite at the location detailed in the job post.
CedarsSinai was awarded the Advisory Board Companys Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of Americas Best Hospitals!
Why work here
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance vacation and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
A Little More About What You Will be Doing
The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to nurses physicians and allied health professionals (Clinicians) working in the hospital licensed clinics. Medical Assistants may also perform noninvasive routine technical services under the supervision of a licensed physician surgeon or podiatrist who is on the premises. The Medical Assistant functions within their scope of education/ certification not to exceed what is permitted by CedarsSinai Medical Center policies procedures and guidelines. Flexibility and ability to adapt to multiple specialty clinics is needed.
Collects patient history and documents in EMR appropriately. Acquires all results (films test) prior to patient visit.
Maintains timely patient flow and room availability. Assists patients with the completion of forms as needed.
Performs clinical responsibilities such as taking vital signs collecting lab specimens performing EKGs administering medications and injections (as directed by clinician) and records / documents patient record.
Participates in the patient check out process: facilitating followup tests and referrals and may participate in acquiring prior authorizations to allow for timely scheduling of followup appointments to other providers. Maintains referral system and ensures accurate and timely follow through with all referrals generated.
Prepares cleans exam / procedure room and setup appropriate supplies. Ensures equipment forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit / procedure. Maintains and monitors all equipment used for patient care and testing and reports discrepancies to supervisor.
Collects and prepares specimens and transports to lab. Follows hospital policy for specimen labeling and logging.
Performs unit office procedures including all general administrative duties as required (i.e. scanning filing faxing phones courier duties etc.).
Acts as a transporter for stable nonacute patients for testing or treatment.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or GED required
Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
Experience
2 years Medical Assistant medical office ambulatory care facility or medical group practice preferred
Licenses/Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association
Minimum Salary
21.00
Maximum Salary
30.41
Employment Type
Full Time
