Medical Assistant (Certified or Non-Certified) (Van Nuys)

Position Title: Certified Medical Assistant

Department: Medical

Reports to: LVN Manager

Type:           Union

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision, determine reason for patient’s visit; assist with minor surgical/diagnostic exams; assist patients to understand recommendations given by their health care providers; performs patient care functions; post patient’s information to medical records; answer and screen medical calls; provide support in planning continuity of treatment. Adhere to Clinica Romero’s mission and core values: Compassion, Commitment to Service, Quality Care, Respect, and Dignity; and complies with all policies and procedures of the organization.

Responsibilities:                  

• Take and record vital signs; report abnormal findings to provider.


• Perform: venipuncture; EKG; apply/remove dressings and bandages; collect non-invasive specimens from both adults and children; assist patient in ambulation/transfer; perform simple lab test; read PPD skin tests; perform visual acuity/audiometric screening; perform finger sticks; obtain throat swabs; perform ear lavage; administer medication/vaccines as per CMOAR policy/ procedure and scope of practice including Pulmoaid.


• Document reason for patient’s visit.


• Observe signs, symptoms and reactions and report unusual conditions as appropriate.


• Prepare consent forms as needed and required.


• Administer and document treatments as per policy and procedure.


• Maintain laboratory logs.


• Collect and label specimens; prepares appropriate lab slips with 100% accuracy.


• Prepare/assist the provider with examination and/or procedures.


• Provide patient/family education related to treatment and after care according to policy and procedures.  Explain all procedures and treatments to patient prior to their performance.  Assure patients/family’s understanding by obtaining verbal feedback or return demonstration.


• Adhere to infection control practices: Universal Precautions; Hand Washing; Sterile/Aseptic technique.


• Mathematical skills: add, subtract, multiply and divide.


• Respond to emergency situations according to established policies.


• Demonstrate knowledge in proper use of equipment and emergency procedures.


• Maintain a safe, clean work area.


• Maintain and observe ergonomics safety precautions.


• Promote cost effectives by utilizing equipment and supplies in an efficient manner.


• Maintain established stock levels in assigned areas


• Learn and use current MIS system.


• Adhere to HIPPA guidelines.


• Discharge and arrange follow up appointments.


• Document pertinent patient data.


• Assure timeliness of services rendered to patients.


• Assist with translation as needed


• Assist Pharmacy Clerk, LVN and D.O.N. with monthly check medication expiration in the dispensary.


• Generate and route data forms to appropriate destination (billing, medical records, etc.).


• Review super bill forms.


• Organize time and promotes team effort.


• Maintain current CPR.


• Perform clerical duties as assigned.


• Attend in-services and/or trainings.


• Ability to lift/move up to 15 pounds.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:                                            

• Medical Assistant certification


• One-year experience in related field.


• CPR certification


• High School graduate or equivalent


• Basic computer skills


• Bi-lingual English/Spanish required


• Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and written; work without close supervision, detail oriented and well organized.


• Customer service skills: communication, empathy, patience, and technical knowledge


• Work in team-oriented environment, and work well under deadlines.


• Ability to work at multiple clinic sites


• CA driver’s license and auto insurance