Medical Assistant - Primary & Specialty Care, Santa Clarita

Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location: Santa Clarita, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday, 7:30am-7:30pm, Tuesday, 7:30am-6:30pm, Friday, 7:30am-7:30pm Saturday 8:30am-5:00pm (30 min lunch). Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday Off Posted Date 09/01/2026 Salary Range : $31.24 - 41.22 Hourly Employment Type Duration Indefinite Job # 32784 Primary Duties and Responsibilities Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility

PATIENT CARE:

Provide age appropriate assessment and interventions in order to meet the needs of patients and families served. Interviews patients and measure vital signs and other pertinent information as required by the department. Records information in patients' medical records. Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. Assists clinician with care of the patient. Inventories, orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. Performs treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by the department. Anticipates the customers' needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. Facilitates the customers' ability to utilize resources. Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment . Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. Salary Range: $31. - $41.22/hrly Job Qualifications Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Required: A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows: 1. Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES OR 2. Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT OR 3. Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in 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/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation. Possession of active CPR certification/BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross 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 in 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 co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner. Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone. Skill to accurately perform an EKG. Ability to assist in 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 in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow. 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. Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests. Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments. Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments. Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency. Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record. Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service. Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review. #J-18808-Ljbffr UCLA Health