Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Location
Torrance, California
Salary
$24 - $32 / HOUR
The Medical Assistant I provides technical patient care services, assists physicians with examinations, and manages patient flow. They are also responsible for maintaining treatment rooms, documenting clinical information, and performing preventative maintenance on testing instruments.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and hold a CNA, EMT, or Medical Assistant certificate. Previous experience in a medical office or hospital setting is required, with cardiology experience preferred.
Under the direction of a physician, the Medical Assistant I works cooperatively with all team members to provide technical patient care services. This position assists physicians in the performance of their function and provides specific and general support. Core Competencies Greets and directs patients; notifies appropriate person (RN, Physician) of patient’s arrival and/or escorts patient to appropriate area.
Manages patient care flow.
Receives and addresses in-coming telephone calls; accurately records and routes messages as indicated.
Prepares and cleans treatment rooms before and after each patient.
Utilizes computer systems to obtain test results.
Orders and restocks clinical supplies including linen, dressings and instruments.
Maintains office equipment and initiates maintenance and repairs as necessary.
Performs and documents manufacturer’s recommended Preventative Maintenance procedures on testing instruments; monitors calibration dates as needed.
Schedules patient appointments.
Completes appropriate forms as required by the department.
Prepares patients for physician by interviewing patients regarding health problem and reviewing current medications.
Takes vital signs and other pertinent information as required by the department and documents in medical record.
Assists in examination room as needed.
Updates patient information such as medication lists, allergies, etc
Communicates all significant clinical findings to nurse.
Processes electronic prescriptions as directed by a physician.
Performs electrocardiograms as directed by a physician.
Assists with patient education.
Practices and has good understanding of infection control, standard precautions and personnel safety.
adults and geriatrics.
Assists with orientation and training of new employees/volunteers, as assigned.
Department Specific Competencies: Education Degree Program High School Diploma/GED or Higher Education General Studies
Experience Number of Years Experience Type of Experience 1 Experience in Medical Office or Hospital, Cardiology preferred.
Additional Information: N/A
License / Certification Requirements CNA Certificate or EMT Certification Medical Assistant Certificate Compensation Range: $24.00 - 31.73/hr
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