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The Medical Assistant supports physicians and RNs by prepping patients, taking vitals, and circulating in the operating room during surgeries. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, cleaning procedure rooms, and managing instrument sterilization.
Requirements summary
A high school diploma and CPR certification are required, with 1-2 years of related experience in a hospital or operating room preferred. Candidates should be bilingual in English and Spanish and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
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Job description
We are looking for a Full Time Medical Assistant in our Los Angeles, CA surgery center.
In this role, you will be prepping patients, working with RN's, getting vitals and circulating in OR during surgeries.
Ideal candidate is bilingual in English & Spanish The center is open Monday through Saturday.
You will work work 5 (8) hours shifts.
You will need to work 1 Saturday per month at a minimum.
It is expected that you will work 6 hours on Saturday.
On the weeks you are required to work a Saturday, you can either work OT or have one day off during the week.
No evenings or major holidays.
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid maternity & paternity leave, vision, 401K w/ match, PTO, tuition assistance, life insurance, Long Term and Short Term disability, Flexible Spending for Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter Expenses PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values, quality policy and goals of the Fresenius Vascular Care Group.
The position will act as an assistant to the Physicians, RN’s and Radiology Technicians in patient care and operating procedures.
This position has frequent contact with patients, visitors, and the families of patients requiring effective communication skills and a helpful attitude.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general supervision, follows established company policies and procedures and applies acquired job skills to… Performs functions that require full knowledge of general aspects of the job.
Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature, but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
Contacts are typically with individuals within own department and occasionally with contacts outside own organization.
Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data requiring some explanation or interpretation.
May provide assistance to A1 with more general support tasks that require a better understanding of functions, as directed by immediate supervisor.
May refer to A3 for assistance with higher level problems that may arise.
Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
Hourly Rate
$23.00 - $29.00 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors Creating a future worth living. For patients. Worldwide. Every day. Fresenius Medical Care is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with kidney disease of which approximately 4.5 million patients worldwide regularly undergo dialysis treatment. United by a shared purpose of creating a future worth living for chronically and critically ill people, we care for around 292,000 dialysis patients around the globe. In addition, we operate around 35 global production sites to provide products such as dialysis machines, dialyzers, and related disposables. We aim to continuously improve our patients’ quality of life by offering them high-quality products as well as innovative technologies and treatment concepts. Let’s stay connected! Joining our talent network allows us to send you new job opportunities!
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Maternity Leave
Paid Paternity Leave
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Tuition Assistance
401K With Match
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
Commuter Expenses
Dependent Care Expenses
Flexible Spending For Healthcare
Understand and able to follow sterile procedures.
Assist the patients to the pre-op area and take initial vital signs.
Assist in preparing the patient for surgical procedures by positioning, shaving and prepping.
Assist the Physician with the procedures, while maintaining a sterile environment.
Assemble and remove all instruments, utensils, equipment, gloves and linens utilized in the case.
Clean the procedure room between patients.
Transport patients as needed.
May participate in CQI meetings.
Initiate cost control initiatives and provide support of those in the facility.
Keep assigned areas cleaned and stocked for future exams.
Assure confidentiality of patient information and medical records.
Sterilize instruments and maintain quality assurance documentation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position involves active work, including walking and/or standing for considerable lengths of time wearing a lead apron.
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs and transfer and position patients weighing up to 400 lbs.
Must work under pressure and stressful situations.
Exposure to communicable disease.
SUPERVISION: None EDUCATION: High School Diploma required.
Certified in CPR.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 1 – 2 years’ related experience preferred.
Hospital or operating room skills preferred.
Knowledge of instrument sterilization techniques.
Knowledge of personal protective devices to be utilized when operating Radiology systems.
The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
