Medical Assistant - Urgent Care (Bilingual Chinese)

Astrana Health, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, full-time Medical Assistant to assist our Urgent Care Centers in Los Angeles County. This role will report to the Clinical Supervisor and enable us to continue to scale in the healthcare industry. Our Values: Put Patients First, Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams, Operate with Integrity & Excellence, Be Innovative, Work As One Team.

Requirements

MUST be fluent in Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin)
At least one (1) year of experience working as a Medical Assistant
High school diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in California
Prior experience working in urgent care
Ability to maintain confidentiality following HIPAA
Demonstration of mature judgment
Attention to detail, organized, ethical, and reliable
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a courteous and friendly manner

Responsibilities

Assists physicians, nurses, and other medical staff by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician
Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records
Clinical duties may include, such as preparing a treatment room for patient exams, recording patient medical history, and cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment
Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in the patient's chart
Interviews patients to obtain their medical history
Records patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in patient medical files
Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills in a fast-pace environment
Good verbal and written communication skills
Be able to prioritize workload while remaining flexible
May be required to work overtime to meet tight deadlines