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Medical Assistant - Surgery Santa Monica, Part Time at University of California - Los Angeles Medical Centers

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.

Type: Part Time
Location: Santa Monica, California





Job Description:

Responsibilities

ResponsibilitiesrnThe Medical Assistant III performs multiple duties that include, visitorrnscreening for temperature/symptoms at the entrance, call reminders thatrnincludes verifying labs and imaging have been completed, telemed readinessrnworkflow, obtaining pertinent clinical info related to exams such as measuringrnpatient vital signs, weight, and height. The MA (Medical Assistant) alsornassists in specialized procedures within the Outpatient Environment usingrnsterile technique and is a back up to chaperone and scheduling in the clinicrnenvironment. The individual must multi-task between accurate documentation andrnadministrative duties as indicated. The incumbent will be responsible forrnreviewing information with the physician at the completion of each documentedrnoutpatient visit to confirm accurate reporting. The incumbent will work inrnclose association with physicians assigned to the department and is a part ofrnthe clinical team. The Medical Assistant also provides back up coverage for thernscheduling team as needed. Assisting in specialized procedure within thernOutpatient Environment using sterile technique. You will assist in thernrecording of outpatient medical records under the supervision of the physician.rnMedical record documentation will include history of present illness, pastrnmedical history, review of systems, physical exam findings, assessment andrnplan, procedure notes, lab and radiology results, patient instructions, levelrnof service, and appropriate charge capture.
**This is arncross-coverage position whereby the Medical Assistant is able to work in bothrnthe back and front office. The percentage breakdown in responsibilities isrnapproximate and may vary over time.**Qualifications

CPR/BLS certificationrnAlso, any or combination of the following: Medical Assistant CertificationrnPhlebotomy certificate from a secondary, Skill and Talents: Knowledge of normalrnand abnormal symptomatology and life threatening medical problems. Ability tornadminister CPR. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.rnAbility to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills. Ability to assist inrnmedical emergencies and office procedures. Ability to perform sterilerntechnique. Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to use computerizedrnpatient care systems. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families,rnancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous andrncompassionate manner. Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive informationrnin a courteous manner in person or on the telephone. Ability to assist inrnorientation of new staff. Ability to order medical and clinical supplies andrnmaintain adequate inventory. Ability to follow proper channels of policies&rnprocedures, communication & work standards. Ability to organize tasks to facilitaternsmooth work/patient flow. Ability to be flexible in working both back and frontrnoffice to facilitate smooth workflow. Knowledge and ability to set up andrnassist physician with any procedures. Knowledge of all safety requirements whenrnhandling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments. Knowledge of MSDSrnand emergency treatments. Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency. In anrneffort to promote and maintain a healthy environment for our patients,rnvisitors, and employees, UCLA Health System is a smoke-free site. Preferred:rnKnowledge and experience: EPIC (EHR/EMR system)

UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.


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