MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Description : Job Summary : Under direct supervision and within established scope of practice, assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures, technical, and supportive functions in a medical office or clinic setting.

Essential Responsibilities : Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.

Performs routine patient care functions as prescribed by licensed health care providers following established clinical protocols, policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities.

Assists assigned physician(s) and / or other health care professional(s).Performs routine clerical functions as assigned (i.

e. making appointments, chart management, telephone calls etc.).Prepares and administers medications as directed by physician order and in accordance with Kaiser Permanente guidelines.

Assists medical personnel with procedures and / or diagnostic exams.Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual.

Establishes and maintains systems for patient test results and follow-up.Provides basic information and assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel.

Documents pertinent patient information, nursing procedures and patient responses, following established guidelines and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations with members, staff and co-workers.Perform other duties as directed.

Pay Grade : 24 Basic Qualifications : Experience N / A.Education N / A.License, Certification, Registration Basic Life Support Additional Requirements : Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant or completion of accredited Medical Assistant program.

Preferred Qualifications : Minimum one (1) year of experience in medical assisting within the last five (5) years preferred.

Computer and typing skills. Notes : May work in all surgical services departments : General, Plastic, and Vascular Surgery.

Will be required to work at both the Anaheim and Irvine campus along with any future Surgical Service locations. Primary Location : California,Irvine,Alton / Sand Canyon Medical Offices I Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Shift : Day Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start : 08 : 30 AM Working Hours End : 05 : 00 PM Job Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group / Union Affiliation : B01SEIULocal 399 Job Level : Entry Level Department : Alton / Sand Canyon MOB 1 - Plastic Surgery-Regular Clinic - 0806 Pay Range : $26.

04 - $28.84 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.

Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do.

We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work.

Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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