Certified Medical Assistant

The Camden Center•Los Angeles, CA

23h•$28 - $40

About The Position

The medical coordinator is responsible for providing clinical and technical support in the provision of general medical and psychiatric care to patients. This position reports directly to the Co-Medical Director.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant with AD in Applied Science. AAMA certification required.
Will accept applicants with a current Medical Assistant Certificate
At least one-year medical office experience required
Knowledge and ability to practice aseptic technique when assisting with procedures
Ability to triage medical/psychiatric problems within scope of job responsibilities
Ability to take direction from physicians, managers, and providers, and work collaboratively with all levels of management, staff, patients, and vendors
Interpersonal skills to work with patients and staff of diverse educational, economic, and cultural backgrounds
Working knowledge of medical terminology
Thorough understanding of HIPAAs regulations, requirements, and guidelines
Ability to work in a fast-paced setting with conflicting demands
Professional and enthusiastic attitude and demeanor, with a belief in patient-centered care
Ability to work with emotionally vulnerable patients and digital technology (including email and technology devices)
Skill in establishing and maintaining complex filing systems, organizing work flow to meet deadlines, and setting priorities that accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities
Skill in exchanging ideas and opinions with others to increase efficiency of office procedures
Working knowledge of Microsoft Professional, Microsoft Word, and various software programs
Ability to independently perform and complete assignments with minimal direction and supervision
Must be able to legally work in the United States and provide documentation (2 forms of ID and/or Green Card)
Must be able to sit and stand at length (up to 8 hours)
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds
Must be able to kneel, bend, and squat

Responsibilities

Scheduling outside medical orders and referrals
Collecting blood and urine samples for patient’s medical care
Coordinating medication supply and refills with case management and residential teams
Conducting wellness intakes and checks for patients. Consists of obtaining the patient's height, weight, etc.
Collaborating with the Medical Logistics coordinator and practitioners on protocols and patient care
Assisting with urine drug screening and medical lab orders
Collecting medical and medication history for new patients
Providing support with charting, emailing, and data collection
Obtaining release of information from appropriate providers, individuals, and facilities to obtain medical records and other relevant information
Using tact, discretion, and good judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality attention to detail
Demonstrate high levels of professionalism when communicating in person, by email, or by phone
Other duties as assigned by the direct or indirect supervisor