MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Description : Job Summary : Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and / or Designee.

Essential Responsibilities : Interviews patients and measure vital signs and other pertinent information as required by department.

Records information in patients medical record. Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. Assists clinician with care of the patient.

Inventories, orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department.

Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. May be responsible for administering medications, including injections.

May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. Performs computer data entry functions.

Performs clinical / technical skills specific to the department. Performs other related duties as necessary. Customer Service : Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department.

Anticipates the customers needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved.

Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. Facilitates the customers ability to utilize resources. Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment.

Team Commitment : Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others.Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance.

Takes accountability for own actions. Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. Actively participates in departmental professional development activities.

Adheres to Attendance Policy. Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment.Supervisory Responsibilities : This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade 180 Basic Qualifications : Experience Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Permanente externship.

Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived. Education High School Diploma / pletion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California.

License, Certification, Registration Basic Life Support Additional Requirements : Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical information.

Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written.Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.Demonstrated ability to use personal computer.

Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications : N / A Primary Location : California,San Jose,San Jose Skyport Medical Offices Scheduled Weekly Hours : 1 Shift : Day Workdays : Mon - Fri;

Scheduled days and hours are dependent on departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends. Working Hours Start : 12 : 01 AM Working Hours End : 11 : 59 PM Job Schedule : Call-in / On-Call Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A01SEIUUnited Healthworkers Job Level : Entry Level Department : San Jose Skyport Med Offices - Medical Office Administration - 0206 Pay Range : $31.

09 - $32.71 / 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 : No 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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