Medical Assistant

Exer Urgent Care•Los Angeles, CA

3h•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. The role includes patient intake, recording vital signs and information in patient charts, preparing exam and treatment rooms, supporting physicians during examinations and minor procedures, performing clinical tasks, and maintaining office and patient records. The position is center-based in the Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills Area.

Requirements

Medical Assistant experience.
CPT I certification.
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, and IM injections.
Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet.
Neat and professional appearance.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
Prepare treatment and examination rooms, including preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
Drape and position patients and position instruments and equipment for examinations.
Hand instruments and materials to the physician as directed.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
Give injections or treatments and perform routine laboratory tests.
Enter data into a computer to maintain office and patient records.
Assist doctors with charting.
Audit charts and review CPT and ICD-9 information.
Perform venipunctures, EKGs, vital-sign measurements, blood draws, and injections.
Prepare patients for examination and treatment and assist during minor office procedures.
Perform related office tasks, including prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
Demonstrate a positive, genuine, caring, and friendly work ethic; communicate effectively with customers and colleagues; contribute to the team; complete commitments and goals; and adhere to business conduct and compliance standards.