Medical Assistant (Temporary)

Loma Linda • Redlands, CA

2d • $25 - $27

About The Position

The Medical Assistant for LLUH PACE works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or physician in the Primary Care Clinic and Center. The role provides direct and indirect participant care within the designated scope of practice and helps ensure efficient clinic operations. The Medical Assistant uses interpersonal skills to support excellent customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism, and contributes to a caring and cooperative work environment serving a culturally diverse workforce and participant population. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Successful completion of an approved Certified Medical Assistant program.
• Medical Assistant certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Ability to read, write legibly, and speak English with professional quality.
• Ability to operate participant care equipment and use the computer, printer, and software programs necessary for the position.
• Ability to perform basic participant care activities using proper body mechanics and safety precautions.
• Ability to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; collaborate with the healthcare team; accept direction; follow policies; and respond courteously under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, organize and prioritize workload, solve problems, think critically, perform basic math, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic participant care duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including prolonged walking; repeated reaching, twisting, bending, sitting, pushing, pulling, crouching, stooping, standing, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and grasping; fine hand coordination and digital dexterity; and repetitive lifting of at least 50 pounds to move or transport participants, equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to distinguish colors and smells, hear general conversation and workplace sounds, discern temperature differences through touch, and see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and other required documents.

Nice To Haves

• Previous clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect participant care within the designated scope of practice.
• Assist with ensuring efficient clinic operations.
• Support excellent customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism.
• Contribute to a caring and cooperative work environment among a culturally diverse workforce and participant population.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

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