Medical Assistant

Job Details: Job Location: No. Ho

• North Hollywood, CA, Salary Range: $25.00 - $27.00Hourly, Responsibilities: Responsible for the preparation of patient vitals, general front and back office duties, maintaining steady patient flow for provider, prescription refill assistance, and administrative assistance. Specific Duties: Observes and reports physical and behavioral symptoms to medical personnel in charge. Takes and records blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration and weight. Makes routine entries into patient charts and directs visitors. Prepares exams rooms and maintains their cleanliness throughout the day Participates in all required trainings Coordinate MA intern outreach activities and recruitment; assist with MA training Work with Pediatric immunization program and perform patient reminder recall notices Collects, receives processes and distributes laboratory specimens. Provides phlebotomy service at different departments. Communicates tests results inter- and intra department as needed Maintains equipment and supplies. Laboratory support and instrument sterilization when needed Routine operational and support functions, including filling patient charts, patient referrals, float around in different departments on an as needed basis, data entry. Other duties as assigned. Back Office: Medical intakes Basic lab, EKGs, phlebotomy Basic computer knowledge Assist clinician as needed Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Ability to work well with a variety of people. Able to handle multiple tasks. Must have good telephone and people skills. Must be comfortable with public speaking, Bilingual English/Spanish and experience working in a medical facility beneficial.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent. Includes special certification required for specific jobs. Medical Assistant Certification from accredited Medical Assistant Course six (6) months related experience and/or training preferred. Practical knowledge of computer operations, experience in lab settings, venipuncture techniques and phlebotomy certificate is a must.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to read, write, speak and understand English and Spanish clearly. Customer Service: Treats customers, patients, co-workers, and others with respect and trust. Is able to work effectively by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listening to and objectively considering ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical solutions; addressing others by name, title, or other respectful identifiers, and respecting the diversity of our workforce in actions, words, and deeds.