Medical Assistant

Exer Urgent Care•Los Angeles, CA

5h•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician. The role includes preparing patients and clinical rooms, supporting physicians during examinations and minor procedures, completing clinical tasks, and maintaining patient and office records. The position is center-based in a clinical setting with moderate noise and potential exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens.

Requirements

Medical Assistant experience.
CPT I certification.
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, and IM injections.
Ability to work well under pressure and respond quickly to tasks.
Neat and professional appearance.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant.
Ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, with some bending and stooping.
Manual dexterity sufficient for clinical requirements.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Interview patients; measure and record vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
Prepare treatment rooms and patients for examinations and treatment.
Drape and position patients, instruments, and equipment as needed.
Hand instruments and materials to the doctor as directed and assist during minor office procedures.
Clean and sterilize instruments and prepare clinical equipment.
Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
Administer injections or treatments and perform routine laboratory tests.
Perform venipunctures, blood draws, EKGs, vital-sign measurements, and injections.
Enter data into the computer and maintain office and patient records.
Assist doctors with charting and audit charts, including CPT and ICD-9 review.
Handle prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
Follow standards of business conduct and compliance and contribute positively to the team and patient experience.