Medical Assistant (Ma) 10hr. Urgent Care - La Habra, Ft Evenings
The Medical Assistant works under general supervision to perform a variety of procedures; fills in and performs various patient-specific job duties; must have knowledge of each clinical task assigned; must keep updated on any changes made within the Medical Assistant scope of practice. The Medical Assistant may be requested to float between departments and periodically travel; process all outside referrals including HMO and PPO, maintaining accurate records and notifying all concerned parties of the outcome as required.
Required Skills
- With consideration to age, employee utilizes the approved process to resolve biophysical, psychological, educational and environmental needs of patient and significant other when administering care.
- Candidate must be able to work in a fast paced environment which may include a considerable amount of walking, and physical assistance for patients.
- Strong verbal and written skills; fluent in English.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control and patient safety measures.
- Current AHA BLS certification required.
- Adaptability and accuracy.
- Must have good visual acuity and motor coordination.
- Strong clinical skills.
- Basic math skills and ability to handle cash transactions.
- Strong computer skills (data entry and typing).
- Honest, dependable, and conscientious.
- Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) computerized practice management and other record keeping systems.
- Bilingual, Spanish preferred.
Required Experience
Formal training will be indicated by a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.In circumstances of a practice acquisition, a competency validation must be completed by a PIH Health supervising physician whose practice we are acquiring.Must have no less than 10 years' experience with said physician / practice.Minimum six (6) months of front and back medical office experience required.Two (2) years of front and back medical office experience preferred.Must possess a valid California Driver's License if hiring into Medical Assistant Float Pool.Ability to maintain composure when confronted with fast paced situations, excellent communication skills; ability to work in an environment involving a high level of activity and a variety of positions.Minimum Salary
$21.25
Maximum Salary
$32.00