Medical Assistant III - Neurology

UCLA Health • Los Angeles, CA • 6h ago

Description

The Medical Assistant will participate in patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms, and providing support during life threatening emergencies. The Medical Assistant may also perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services when conditions regarding supervision, training, specific authorization, and records are met.

Salary Range: $29.46 - $38.87/HourlyQualifications

All Required:

medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows

Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or

Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or

Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation.

Knowledge

of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.

Ability

to administer CPR.

Ability

to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.

Ability

to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety

requirements.

Ability

to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.

Ability

to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.

Ability

to use computerized patient care systems.

Knowledge

of medical terminology.

10.

Interpersonal

skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians

and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.

11.

Verbal

skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in

person or on the telephone.

12.

Skill

to accurately perform an EKG.

13.

Ability

to assist in orientation of new staff.

14.

Ability

to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.

15.

Ability

to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication &

work standards.

16.

Ability

to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.

17.

Ability

to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.

18.

Ability

to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth

workflow.

19.

Knowledge

and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not

limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole

removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.

20.

Ability

to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived

tests.

21.

Knowledge

of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated

instruments.

22.

Knowledge

of MSDS and emergency treatments.

23.

Ability

to work overtime in cases of emergency.

24.

Ability

to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.

25.

Skill

in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer

service.

26.

Ability

to push, pull or carry 30lbs or more.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

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