UHS·Riverside, California
Responsible for assisting physicians in patient examinations and maintaining smooth clinical flow through accurate assessment and scheduling. Duties include performing diagnostic tests, managing medical records, and ensuring sterile environments for procedures.
Responsible for covering clinical offices based on operational need. Assists in the examination of patients under the direction of a Physician or Allied Health professional, and in accordance with M.A. scope of practice. Thorough knowledge of infection control and aseptic techniques. Responsible for maintaining smooth patient flow by accurate assessment of patients’ needs, thorough attention to physician orders and properly scheduling and follow-up of tests and procedures performed on patient. Act as an intermediary between physician and patients when necessary to more appropriately use the physician time.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hours: 8:30AM- 5:30PM
(other duties may be assigned, deleted or changed at any time, at the discretion of management, formally, or informally, either verbally or in writing).
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Cooperates in the cross training of this position to ensure coverage at all times.
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Collection of patient data to include record keeping to ensure chart is in order.
Logs appropriate procedures and tests.
Billing and patient charges are kept current.
Tick sheets are done accurately and on time.
Patient instruction-injections and scheduled medications are documented accurately.
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Preparation of Patients to include vital signs, charting, attends to the individual needs of the patient, prepare patient for minor procedures.
Ensure that patient has the correct consent information completed.
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Demonstrates technical skills by following all safety policies and procedures involving patient care, i.e. injections, handling instruments, cleaning wounds, handling body fluids.
Practices good sterile technique involving minor surgical procedures and handling injuries, wounds, etc.
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Explain procedure to patient and family to gain cooperation, understanding, and to ease apprehension.
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Prepare treatment room for examination of patients; assist physician with procedures; clean examination rooms and sterilize appropriate equipment after use.
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Perform electrocardiograph (EKG), pulse oximetry, inhalation treatments, and operate other equipment, as certified.
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Complete all documentation to ensure accurate medical records.
Assure that physician has signed chart; review physician orders to verify that all orders have been carried out.
Return patient charts to medical records.
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Inventory and order medical supplies and materials, as needed.
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Responsible for ensuring all expired sample medications and patient supplies are discarded upon expiration date.
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Supports and practices the policies and procedures of nursing services.
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Function in the scope of Medical Assistant practice and Riverside Medical Clinic policies and procedures.
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Maintains current BLS certification.
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Ensure chart readiness prior to patient visit.
15.Neutralize patient’s glasses and set prescription into Field Analyzer.
Challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and a Medical Assistant Certification along with current AHA BLS certification. One year of medical group experience is preferred.
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Instruct patients on and administer visual field tests.
Record information in patient’s chart.
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Complete charting and ensure doctor has seen results and discussed abnormal results with patient.
Conduct follow-up with patient if results are normal, and schedule return appointments.
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Complete patient charge tickets.
Enter ICD-9 Code based on physician’s diagnosis.
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Occasional filing and/or follow-up tracking of lab and x-ray reports.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.
