What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant- Torrance Skypark Primary & Specialty Care position at UCLA Health System?
Description Under the direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner, the Medical Assistant III provides age-appropriate patient care in our ambulatory setting - recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and supporting the care team during life-threatening emergencies. As a senior-level MA, you'll serve as a resource in precepting and orienting new staff and medical externs, independently coordinate and prioritize tasks per department protocols with minimal supervision, and perform administrative, clerical, and technical support duties within scope.
What You'll Do
Room patients; obtain and accurately record vital signs and clinical information in EPIC/Care Connect
Administer medications as directed (oral, IM, subcutaneous, injections) and document in the EMR
Perform venipuncture, waived lab testing, EKGs (routine and emergency), and specimen preparation for transport
Prepare exam and treatment rooms and patients for procedures (e.g., sigmoidoscopy, colposcopy, pelvic exams, lumbar puncture)
Recognize abnormal symptoms and lab values and report to the physician promptly
Perform BLS and respond to medical emergencies
Manage prescription refills, specialist referrals, and timely in-basket / MyUCLAHealth message follow-up
Maintain QC records, refrigerator/freezer temperature logs, supply par levels, and inventory
Precept and orient new clinical staff and medical externs, and contribute to process-improvement efforts
Practice C-I-CARE service standards and comply with HIPAA, Joint Commission, DPH, and infection-control requirements
$31.24-$41.22 Qualifications
1. 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 a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation. 2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
3. Ability to administer CPR.
4. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
5. Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
6. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
7. Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
8. Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
9. Knowledge of medical terminology.
10. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
11. Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
12. Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
13. Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
14. Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
15. Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
16. Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
17. Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
18. Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
19. Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.
20. Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
21. Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
22. Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
23. Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
24. Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
25. Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
26. Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more
$31.24-41.22 Hourly Monday- Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm
Salary : $31 - $41