Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Location
Torrance, California
Salary
$24 - $32 / HOUR
Provides technical patient care services and general support to physicians, including managing patient flow and preparing treatment rooms. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and handling clinical administrative tasks.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in a medical office or hospital, preferably in cardiology. Candidates must hold a CNA, EMT, or Medical Assistant certification.
Under the direction of a physician, the Medical Assistant I works cooperatively with all team members to provide technical patient care services. This position assists physicians in the performance of their function and provides specific and general support. Core Competencies Greets and directs patients; notifies appropriate person (RN, Physician) of patient’s arrival and/or escorts patient to appropriate area.
Manages patient care flow.
Receives and addresses in-coming telephone calls; accurately records and routes messages as indicated.
Prepares and cleans treatment rooms before and after each patient.
Utilizes computer systems to obtain test results.
Orders and restocks clinical supplies including linen, dressings and instruments.
Maintains office equipment and initiates maintenance and repairs as necessary.
Performs and documents manufacturer’s recommended Preventative Maintenance procedures on testing instruments; monitors calibration dates as needed.
Schedules patient appointments.
Completes appropriate forms as required by the department.
Prepares patients for physician by interviewing patients regarding health problem and reviewing current medications.
Takes vital signs and other pertinent information as required by the department and documents in medical record.
Assists in examination room as needed.
Updates patient information such as medication lists, allergies, etc
Communicates all significant clinical findings to nurse.
Processes electronic prescriptions as directed by a physician.
Performs electrocardiograms as directed by a physician.
Assists with patient education.
Practices and has good understanding of infection control, standard precautions and personnel safety.
adults and geriatrics.
Assists with orientation and training of new employees/volunteers, as assigned.
Department Specific Competencies: Education Degree Program High School Diploma/GED or Higher Education General Studies
Experience Number of Years Experience Type of Experience 1 Experience in Medical Office or Hospital, Cardiology preferred.
Additional Information: N/A
License / Certification Requirements CNA Certificate or EMT Certification Medical Assistant Certificate Compensation Range: $24.00 - 31.73/hr
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