Keck Medicine of USC·Las Vegas, Nevada
The Medical Assistant is responsible for preparing patients for examinations, recording vital signs, and assisting physicians with minor clinical procedures. They also manage patient flow, maintain clinical supplies, and handle specimen collection and processing.
Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information.
Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.
Performs various office and clerical duties.
Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained.
Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations.
Ensures compliance with infection control policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
Req Certification - Job Relevant Current Medical Laboratory Personnel License – NV. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained by renewal before expiration date.
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).
Founded in the 1970s, the Culinary Health Fund (CHF) provides comprehensive healthcare benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage—to more than 55,000 workers and 70,000 dependents across the Las Vegas Valley.
Supporting members of four major hospitality unions, CHF is committed to delivering accessible, high-quality care through its network of four Culinary Health Centers strategically located throughout the region, ensuring members have convenient access to care close to home and work.
Keck Medicine of USC partners with the Culinary Health Fund to operate and staff Primary Care and Physical Therapy services at these Culinary Health Centers, bringing together academic clinical expertise and a strong commitment to community-based care.
Together, the organizations support an integrated care model focused on coordinated, patient-centered services.
Team members benefit from the strength of both organizations, working in a collaborative environment that emphasizes clinical excellence, operational support, and meaningful impact across the Las Vegas community.
The hourly rate range for this position is $17.50 - $27.01. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.
USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
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Candidates must have a high school diploma and be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program. Required certifications include BLS Healthcare Provider and a Nevada Medical Laboratory Personnel License.
Market context
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