Medical Assistant

4 weeks ago


FRESNO California, Fresno County, CA, United States Cedars-Sinai Full time
Job Description

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

A Little More About What You Will be Doing

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to nurses, physicians and allied health professionals (Clinicians) working in the hospital licensed clinics. Functions may include patient interview, data collection, documentation in the medical record, exam room set-up, cleaning and preparation, ordering/stocking of medical supplies and general administrative support. There may also be performing of non-invasive routine technical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, surgeon or podiatrist who is on the premises. Must have flexibility and ability to adapt to multiple specialty clinics.

  • Collects patient history and documents in EMR appropriately. Acquires all results (films, test) prior to patient visit
  • Maintains timely patient flow and room availability. Assists patients with the completion of forms, as needed
  • Performs clinical responsibilities such as taking vital signs, collecting lab specimens, performing EKG's, administering medications and injections (as directed by clinician), and records / documents patient record
  • Participates in the patient check out process: facilitating follow-up tests, and referrals and may participate in obtaining prior authorizations to allow for timely scheduling of follow-up appointments to other providers. Maintains referral system and ensures accurate and timely follow through with all referrals generated
  • Prepares, cleans exam / procedure room and setup appropriate supplies. Ensures equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit / procedure. Maintains and monitors all equipment used for patient care and testing and reports discrepancies to supervisor
  • Collects and prepares specimens and transports to lab. Follows hospital policy for specimen labeling and logging
  • Performs unit office procedures including all general administrative duties as required (i.e. scanning, filing, faxing, phones, courier duties, etc.)
  • Acts as a transporter for stable, non-acute patients for testing or treatment
  • May act as a Safety Representative for the department. Attends monthly safety meetings and communicates safety updates to the department

QualificationsEducational Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Graduation from accredited Medical Assisting from an accredited educational program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization

Licenses/Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
  • Medical Assistant certification and/or diploma required
  • Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Experience:

· 1 year Medical Assistant, medical office, ambulatory care facility or medical group practice required


Req ID : 2584
Working Title : Medical Assistant - Thoracic Surgery
Department : Thoracic Surgery Clinic
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Nursing
Job Specialty : Nursing
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $21.02 - $31.53
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