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Medical Assistant - LV Tropicana Family Med Cl - Full Time 10 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

Quick overview

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing clinical support by preparing patients for exams, obtaining vital signs, and assisting physicians with procedures. They also manage administrative tasks such as maintaining patient charts, scheduling diagnostic tests, and ensuring the clinical environment is stocked and sanitized.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a certificate or diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program. Required certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) and a current Medical Laboratory Personnel License for Nevada.

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Job description

Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information.
Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.
Performs various office and clerical duties.
Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained.
Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations.
Ensures compliance with infection control policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties: 1.
Determines patient care needs and directs patients accordingly.
2.
Ensures patient charts are prepared prior to appointment including x-rays and pertinent lab work, makes arrangements to obtain any special equipment needed.
Sets up exam rooms, assists physician with exams as needed, monitors patient flow.
3.
Prepares patients for examinations.
Obtains and records vital signs.
4.
Ensures health care delivery areas are fully stocked, organized, cleaned, and disinfected.
5.
Maintains files and records, oversees equipment and office supply inventory.
Photocopies, collates, faxes,, mails.
Reads and prioritizes incoming mail.
Handles or routes as appropriate.
6.
Ensures that physician orders for medications and treatments are implemented by the appropriate staff.
7.
Provides coverage/relief for co-workers.
Communicates directly with co-workers the status of all patients when providing coverage.
8.
Assists the physician with exams and procedures.
9.
Records patient information in chart//EHR according to Joint Commission standards.
Maintains a professional demeanor.
10.
Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient.

Benefits

Excellent benefits and perks

Pref 1 year; Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Experience in acute care setting Pref Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Pref Familiarity with word processing, GECB, COR, Cerner, ProSolv, and scheduling software is preferred. Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) Req Certification - Job Relevant Current Medical Laboratory Personnel License – NV. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained by renewal before expiration date. The hourly rate range for this position is $17.50 - $27.01 When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$144669.htmld USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work. Application help If you need assistance during the application process, see our application help. (If you already work for USC, see Your USC career.) At any point you may also contact our HR Service Center for help at (213) 821-8100 or uschr@usc.edu. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!

Medical Assistant - LV Tropicana Family Med Cl - Full Time 10 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

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