Description
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Description
As a Medical Assistant III in the Department of Urology, you will provide both administrative and direct patient care support to physicians and other healthcare professionals across ambulatory clinic settings. In this role, you will actively participate in patient care by recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms, assisting with clinical procedures, and supporting the healthcare team during emergency situations. You will also perform a variety of administrative, clerical, and technical support functions in accordance with departmental requirements.
The Medical Assistant III is expected to travel to and provide coverage at various UCLA Urology clinic locations throughout the community as assigned by leadership. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental needs.
This position works under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager and Senior LVN Supervisor, with work direction and oversight provided by physicians, nurses, and other clinical leaders as appropriate.
Salary range: $31.24 – $41.22 Hourly
Qualifications
Required:
1. A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows
2.
Knowledge
of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
3.
Ability
to administer CPR.
4.
Ability
to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
5.
Ability
to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety
requirements.
6.
Ability
to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
7.
Ability
to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
8.
Ability
to use computerized patient care systems.
9.
Knowledge
of medical terminology.
10.
Interpersonal
skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians
and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
11.
Verbal
skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in
person or on the telephone.
12.
Ability
to assist in orientation of new staff.
13.
Ability
to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
14.
Ability
to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication &
work standards.
15.
Ability
to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
16.
Ability
to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
17.
Ability
to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth
workflow.
18.
Knowledge
and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not
limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole
removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.
19.
Ability
to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived
tests.
20.
Knowledge
of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated
instruments.
21.
Knowledge
of MSDS and emergency treatments.
22.
Ability
to work overtime in cases of emergency.
23.
Ability
to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
24.
Skill
in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer
service.
25.
Ability
to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more
26. Skill to accurately perform an EKG.