Medical Assistant (CMA) - LV Durango Family Med Cl - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

University of Southern California•Las Vegas, NV

2d•$22 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Health Fund (CHF) provides comprehensive healthcare benefits to over 55,000 workers and 70,000 dependents in the Las Vegas Valley. CHF supports members of four major hospitality unions and is dedicated to offering accessible, high-quality care through its network of four Culinary Health Centers. Keck Medicine of USC collaborates with CHF to operate and staff Primary Care and Physical Therapy services at these centers, combining academic clinical expertise with a strong commitment to community-based care. This role is part of an integrated care model focused on coordinated, patient-centered services, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes clinical excellence, operational support, and community impact.

Requirements

High school or equivalent
Graduate from an accredited school of Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program.
Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
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)
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.

Nice To Haves

1 year combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Experience in acute care setting
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Familiarity with word processing, GECB, COR, Cerner, ProSolv, and scheduling software is preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
Determines patient care needs and directs patients accordingly.
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.
Prepares patients for examinations.
Obtains and records vital signs.
Ensures health care delivery areas are fully stocked, organized, cleaned, and disinfected.
Maintains files and records, oversees equipment and office supply inventory.
Photocopies, collates, faxes, mails.
Reads and prioritizes incoming mail.
Handles or routes as appropriate.
Ensures that physician orders for medications and treatments are implemented by the appropriate staff.
Provides coverage/relief for co-workers.
Communicates directly with co-workers the status of all patients when providing coverage.
Assists the physician with exams and procedures.
Records patient information in chart//EHR according to Joint Commission standards.
Maintains a professional demeanor.
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.
Receives and screens specimens with regard to acceptability as defined by established guidelines.
Processes, distributes or packages all specimens received.
Performs other duties as assigned.