Senior Medical Assistant - Santa Monica, CA
Senior Medical Assistant - Santa Monica, CA
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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
As a member of the patient care team the Senior Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations proper telephone communication verification of patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit. The Medical Assistant is also responsible to prepare the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests taking blood pressure weight and temperature and reporting patient history summary.
This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling and to perform routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.
As a member of the patient care team the Senior Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations proper telephone communication verification of patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit. The Medical Assistant is also responsible to prepare the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests taking blood pressure weight and temperature and reporting patient history summary.
This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling and to perform routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.
The Senior Medical Assistant will perform required responsibilities based on the standard work for their department with minimal supervision with the ability skill and knowledge to work in more than one specialty area. Surgery scheduling will also be part of this position. Greets patients take appropriate vital signs review current medications and record in medical record
Greets patients take appropriate vital signs review current medications and record in medical record
Coordinates or serve as liaison for administrative and clinical (based on scope of practice) support activities including facilities management patient billing utilization management quality management risk management human resources and payroll
Coordinates communication between patients family members medical staff administrative staff insurance plans and other departments
Explains policies procedures or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge based on scope of practice
Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines
Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs
May lead daily huddles and staff meetings and participates in performance improvement activities within the local assigned department
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or GED required
Graduated in Medical Assisting from an accredited educational program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization
Experience
Minimum 3 years experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting required
Licenses/Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association required and/or American Red Cross
Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization preferred
Minimum Salary
22.35
Maximum Salary
33.53
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
