PRN FLOAT - Certified Medical Assistant - Family Medicine & Pediatrics

WVU Medicine • Burbank, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs basic nursing skills and/or serves under the direction and supervision of the practice physician, advanced practice professional, and/or registered nursing staff. The position supports family medicine and pediatrics as a PRN float. Duties include preparing patients and exam rooms, assisting with examinations and procedures, scheduling appointments and referrals, educating patients about follow-up expectations, maintaining quality-control logs, ensuring medical equipment is working properly, and helping patients complete medical documentation. The role involves close collaboration with others, potentially irregular or extended hours, exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases, working with hands in water, and possible travel between facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Effectively communicate with staff and patients.
• Adapt to changing environments.
• Use and learn software applications.
• Organize and prioritize work.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• One year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms; prepare for provider visits by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms, ensuring cleanliness and availability of supplies.
• Assist with and/or perform exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and arrange referral contacts as needed.
• Assist providers during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educate patients on follow-up expectations.
• Maintain required quality-control testing logs.
• Ensure medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assist patients with completing medical documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED