Medical Assistant

California Premier Pain Clinics is looking for a part-time or full-time medical assistant to join our medical office. Must be willing to work weekends.

Candidates should have exceptional people and communication skills, be highly skilled in multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, a commitment to achieving a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and a no-task-too-small approach to the work.

Knowledge of medical office procedures including surgery procedures and practices

Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care

Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment

Skill in maintaining records and recording test results

Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public

Ability to maintain quality control standards including, but not limited to confidentiality

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures

Ability to communicate clearly

Knowledge of interrelationship of surgery department with laboratory and radiology

Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation to type patient information

Skill in operating a computer, photocopy machine, fax and other office equipment

Skill in answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner

Ability to speak clearly and concisely

Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions

In the spirit of teamwork, employees are expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested.

This position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management

May perform selected nursing and administrative duties, such as referrals and authorizations

Prepare patients for examination and treatment

Take patient vital signs

Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies

Give injections, apply splints and dressings

Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization

Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries, physicals

Screen telephone calls for referral to physician or provider

Relay provider communications to patients by phone or mail

Provide general information on departmental policies and

We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and paid time off.

High school diploma / GED equivalent required.

Graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants required.

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