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Medical Assistant Back Office

Posted: July 15, 2024
Salary:Up to US$21 per hour + Full Health Benefits
Location:Los Angeles
Job type: Contract
Discipline:Allied
Reference:229566_1721073155
Work Location:On-site

Job description

*MUST BE SPANISH BILINGUAL*

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision, determine reason for patient's visit; assist with minor surgical/diagnostic exams; assist patients to understand recommendations given by their health care providers; performs patient care functions; post patient's information to medical records; answer and screen medical calls; provide support in planning continuity of treatment.

Responsibilities:

  • Take and record vital signs; report abnormal findings to provider.
  • Perform: venipuncture; EKG; apply/remove dressings and bandages; collect non-invasive specimens from both adults and children; assist patient in ambulation/transfer; perform simple lab test; read PPD skin tests; perform visual acuity/audiometric screening; perform finger sticks; obtain throat swabs; perform ear lavage; administer medication/vaccines as per CMOAR policy/ procedure and scope of practice including Pulmoaid.
  • Document reason for patient's visit.
  • Observe signs, symptoms and reactions and report unusual conditions as appropriate.
  • Prepare consent forms as needed and required.
  • Administer and document treatments as per policy and procedure.
  • Collect and label specimens; prepares appropriate lab slips with 100% accuracy.
  • Prepare/assist the provider with examination and/or procedures.
  • Provide patient/family education related to treatment and after care according to policy and procedures. Explain all procedures and treatments to patient prior to their performance. Assure patients/family's understanding by obtaining verbal feedback or return demonstration.
  • Adhere to infection control practices: Universal Precautions; Hand Washing; Sterile/Aseptic technique.
  • Mathematical skills: add, subtract, multiply and divide.
  • Respond to emergency situations according to established policies.
  • Demonstrate knowledge in proper use of equipment and emergency procedures.
  • Maintain and observe ergonomics safety precautions.
  • Promote cost effectives by utilizing equipment and supplies in an efficient manner.
  • Maintain established stock levels in assigned areas
  • Discharge and arrange follow up appointments.
  • Document pertinent patient data.
  • Assure timeliness of services rendered to patients.
  • Assist with translation as needed
  • Assist Pharmacy Clerk, LVN and D.O.N. with monthly check medication expiration in the dispensary.
  • Generate and route data forms to appropriate destination (billing, medical records, etc.).

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Medical Assistant certification
  • One-year experience in related field.
  • CPR certification
  • High School graduate or equivalent
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and written; work without close supervision, detail oriented and well organized.
  • Customer service skills: communication, empathy, patience, and technical knowledge
  • Work in team-oriented environment, and work well under deadlines.
  • Ability to work at multiple clinic sites