Medical Assistant- Surgical Consults Suite (Encino)

Medical Assistants are unlicensed assistive personal who work under the direct supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner. Medical Assistants participate in the patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and provide support during life threatening emergencies. MA's may perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services when conditions regarding supervision, training, specific authorization, and records met.

$29.46- $38.87

A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows:

• Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP, or ABHES or
• Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
• Documentation of completing medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injection and 10 hours of training in venipuncture; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation.
• Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
• Ability to administer CPR. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
• Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
• Ability to assist in office procedures and medical emergencies.
• Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments and the sterilization process.
• Knowledge of operating and maintaining standard surgical medical equipment.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
• Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person and on the telephone.
• Skills to accurately perform EKG's.
• Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
• Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
• Ability to follow proper channels of policies and procedures, communication & work standards.
• Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
• Ability to schedule patient for referrals and specialists.
• Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office facilities.
• Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but nor limited skin tag and mole removals, cysts and soft tissue mass removals, hemorrhoid removal & I&D's. Familiar with the set up of an anoscopy exams.
• Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing waived tests.
• Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazard specimens and or contaminated instruments.
• Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
• Ability to work overtime in cases of emergencies.
• Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
• Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent patient care.
• Ability to push, pull or carry 30lbs or more.
• Travel to assigned clinic as directed by manager for coverage.