Medical Assistant

Kaiser Permanente • Folsom, CA

415d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant at Kaiser Permanente plays a crucial role in supporting the examination and treatment of patients under the guidance of a Physician or Designee. This position involves a variety of clinical tasks, patient interaction, and administrative duties to ensure a smooth workflow in the medical setting.

Requirements

• Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Permanente externship.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical information.
• Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to use personal computer.
• Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and measures vital signs and other pertinent information as required by department.
• Records information in patients' medical records.
• Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination.
• Assists clinician with care of the patient.
• Inventories, orders, and replenishes medical supplies and materials.
• Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department.
• Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks, and completes appropriate forms as required by department.
• May be responsible for administering medications, including injections.
• May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing, and checking instruments.
• Performs computer data entry functions.
• Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department.
• Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department.
• Anticipates the customers' needs and takes proactive steps to meet those needs.
• Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests.
• Facilitates the customers' ability to utilize resources.
• Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment.
• Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members.
• Actively participates in departmental professional development activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED