Medical Assistant

JWCH Institute•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Medical Assistant for JWCH is a full-time position under the direct supervision of the Clinic Administrator or Clinic Designee. Within the regulatory scope of practice, the Medical Assistant will assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures and technical supportive functions. Medical Assistants at Wesley Health Care Centers work side by side with our health care teams providing care for patients in a clinical setting. As a Medical Assistant at JWCH, you will have the opportunity to grow your career while helping to improve the lives and health status of the underserved segments of the population of the greater Los Angeles area.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant school with a current MA certificate
Verification of appropriate hours in approved Medical Assistant course to perform venipuncture
Current BLS certificate from the American Heart Association
Two years’ experience in an ambulatory clinic preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs routine (noninvasive) patient care functions as prescribed by licensed health care personnel following established clinic policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities
Collects and records patient data including height, weight, BMI, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure, pulse oximeter, and peak flow measurement. according to established policies and procedures
Performs lab tests, including finger sticks, after appropriate training and verification of competency
Administers immunizations and all medications per provider's order after a licensed health care professional verifies the correct medication and dosage
Performs venipuncture and PPD skin placement. Documents measurement of PPD skin test and reports information directly to the provider or to the Registered Nurse
Applies/removes bandages and dressings
Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control per policy and procedures
Provides basic health information and education to patients using established policies and procedures
Works with patients on self-management goal as defined in the case management contract and/or under the direction of a licensed health care provider.
Performs routine clerical functions as assigned
Takes and routes phone calls timely and efficiently
Schedules routine and follow-up appointments
Accurately files all patients’ labs, X-ray, EKG results and other documents after the provider has seen and signed off the information.
Keeps patient exam rooms and work areas clean and stocked
Maintains confidentiality at all times.
Participates in assigned staff and other meetings, including quality improvement, case conferences and in-service meetings
Participates in all safety programs, which may include assignment to an emergency response team
Performs other duties and tasks as may be required or assigned.