Medical Assistant - Family Medicine, Santa Monica

Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Posted Date 09/14/2026 Salary Range : $31.24 - 41.22 Hourly Employment Type Duration indefinite Job # 32938 Primary Duties and Responsibilities Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We're seeking a passionate Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team at Santa Monica Family Health Center, a family medicine clinic. Here, every day is an opportunity to make a difference and grow your skills in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with expert physicians, residents, and fellows in a variety of fields. Responsibilities, but are not limited to: Assist in minor procedures Administer medication and vaccines Perform EKGs Prepare reports for physician review Assist with follow up for referrals to specialists Prepare information for physician for specialized visits such as Well Child Visits Salary Range: $31.24- 41.22 Hourly Job Qualifications Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Required: BLS Certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. A Medical Assistant diploma or certificate as follows:

• a) Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or
• b) Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
• c) 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.

Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems. 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. Skill to accurately perform an EKG. Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory. 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. 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 push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more. Preferred: 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