Medical Assistant

Exer Medical•Lakewood, CA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician. This role requires a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment. The Medical Assistant will perform a variety of tasks to support patient care and maintain efficient office operations.

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

Nice To Haves

Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.
Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.
An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.
Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.
Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.
Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

Responsibilities

Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.
Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
Assist doctors with charting.
Chart auditing, CPT and ICD-9 review.
Venipunctures, EKG's, Vital Signs, Blood draws, and Injections.
Prep patients for examination and treatment, and assist during minor office procedures.
Prepare exam and treatment rooms (instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing).