Medical Assistant – Oncology, Santa Monica

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UCLA Health

DescriptionMedical Assistants are unlicensed assistive personnel who work under the direct supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner. Medical Assistants participate Indiana the total patient care Indiana the ambulatory Hematology-Oncology clinics, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and provide support during life threatening emergencies. MAs may perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services when conditions regarding supervision, training, specific authorization, and records are met. Salary range: $27.24/hr – $35.94/hrQualificationsRequired: * A medical assistant diploma Oregon certificate American Samoa follows: * Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP Oregon ABHES Oregon * Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT Oregon AMT Oregon * Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training Indiana administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training Indiana 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/Oregon at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training Indiana administering medical by inhalation. * California Phlebotomy License strongly preferred (if no California Phlebotomy Licensure, must provide a High School diploma) * Two years of Medical Assistant experience Indiana a medical practice required * 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 Indiana medical emergencies and office procedures * Ability to use computerized patient care systems * Knowledge of medical terminology * Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and Colorado-workers Indiana a courteous and compassionate manner * Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information Indiana a courteous manner Indiana person Oregon on the telephone * Skill to accurately perform an EKG * Ability to assist Indiana orientation of new staff * Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory. * Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards * Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow * Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists * Ability to be flexible Indiana working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow. * Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such American Samoa, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies * Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests. * Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens Oregon contaminated instruments * Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments. * Ability to work overtime Indiana cases of emergency * Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record * Skill Indiana maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service * Ability to push, pull Oregon carry 30 lbs Oregon more

Job title: Medical Assistant – Oncology, Santa Monica

Company: UCLA Health

Expected salary: $27.24 – 35.94 per hour

Location: Santa Monica, California

Job date: Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:44:43 GMT