Medical Assistant - Endocrinology - Los Angeles, CA
Medical Assistant - Endocrinology - Los Angeles, 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 On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.
Cedars-Sinai 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. Functions may include patient interview data collection documentation in the medical record exam room set-up cleaning and preparation ordering/stocking of medical supplies and general administrative support. There may also be performing of non-invasive routine technical services under the supervision of a licensed physician surgeon or podiatrist who is on the premises. Must have flexibility and ability to adapt to multiple specialty clinics.
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 follow-up tests and referrals and may participate in obtaining prior authorizations to allow for timely scheduling of follow-up 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 non-acute patients for testing or treatment
May act as a Safety Representative for the department. Attends monthly safety meetings and communicates safety updates to the department
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
Licenses/Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
Medical Assistant certification and/or diploma required
CA Certified Phlebotomy Technician License required upon hire
Certified Medical Assistant preferred
Experience:
1-year Medical Assistant medical office ambulatory care facility or medical group practice required
Minimum Salary
21.66
Maximum Salary
32.49
Employment Type
Full Time
