Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical AssistantThe Los Angeles County Department of Health Services invites motivated and career-focused individuals to apply for the position of Certified Medical Assistant. If you're actively working toward meeting the minimum qualifications, you are still encouraged to submit an application and be considered.The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its unified system of 23 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for over 500,000 outstanding patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $8.4 billion.DHS is seeking dedicated Certified Medical Assistants to join our team. Whether working in community clinics or hospitals, this is your opportunity to grow your career while serving diverse communities across LA County.Essential Job FunctionsWhat You'll Be DoingFollowing specific procedures, scope of practice, and instructions from licensed medical staffPrepares patients for examination procedures, including escorting them to exam rooms, interviewing them to obtain basic medical information, recording their medical histories, and taking their vital signs, weight, and height.Prepares treatment rooms, including setting equipment based on the procedure or purpose of examination and keeping the rooms neat and clean.Assists physicians with procedures, such as preparing and handing instruments/materials and shaving and disinfecting treatment sites.Performs venipuncture or skin puncture to draw blood; administers limited intradermal subcutaneous, or intramuscular injections; performs skin tests; and administers medication by inhalation, orally, sublingually, topically, vaginally, or rectally.Performs non-invasive screening tests, including electrocardiogram, electroencephalogram, and plethysmography.Collects non-invasive specimens (e.g., urine, sputum, semen, and stool), logs them, and prepares them for testing.Performs simple laboratory tests that are typically performed in a medical office.Applies and removes bandages and dressings; applies orthopedic appliances; removes casts, splints, and other external devices; selects and adjusts crutches; removes sutures or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations; performs ear lavage; and other non-invasive procedures.As authorized, provides information and instruction to patients. Assists in educating, teaching, and encouraging the development of essential health habits and preventive care.Greets patients at the reception desk or counter, answers phones, schedules appointments, complete appropriate forms or records, files, retrieves documents and assists patients in ambulation and transfers.Coordinates and maintains inventory control for medical and laboratory supplies and materials to ensure the efficient flow of operations. Stocks and orders supplies as necessary.Assists with care coordination tasks and activities.Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in an emergency.RequirementsTo be considered for this exciting opportunity, you'll need to have the following certificate(s) and/or license(s), and will need to provide the supporting documentation prior to your start date:1. Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program with administrative and clinical assignments issued by an accredited institution authorized to provide training pursuant to the standards established by the Medical Board of California.2. Current and valid Medical Assistant Certification in administrative and clinical assignments from a certifying organization approved by the Medical Board of California.3. Current and valid CPR Certification authorized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.This role requires moderate physical activity, including standing or walking for extended periods, as well as bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching. You may work on irregular surfaces, occasionally lift objects over 25 pounds, and frequently lift 10-25 pounds. You will be required to undergo a general medical examination for this position.