Medical Assistant - Los Angeles (Per Diem)

Medical Assistant - Los Angeles (Per Diem)

Location


US-CA-Los Angeles

Job ID


346999

Pos. Category


Medical Center - Medical Assistant

Pos. Type


Per Diem

Recruiter : Full Name: First Last


Claudia Palomino

Overview

Bilingual Medical Assistant -Downtown LA

Per Diem Shift: Saturday and Sunday (12 hr shifts) 7 pm to 7 am Both front and back office - solo shift

The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing routine medical and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician as well as supports in other areas of the facility as needed including registration and referral management. This role requires efficient and accurate delivery of one-on-one patient care while thriving in a fast-paced environment. The MSS ensures that every patient is treated the with quality clinical care and receives an excellent patient experience from welcoming, respectful, and skillful colleagues.

Responsibilities

- Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing - Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and any required or requested ancillary testing including but not limited to vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiogram testing and respirator fit testing - Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose, etc.) - Assist providers during examination and treatment - Responsible for performing routine medical procedures as ordered by treating clinician as well as triaging emergent patients as needed - Prepare and assist clinician with procedure set up and injury care - Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating clinician - Dispense medications and DME as ordered by the treating clinician in accordance with state regulations - Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center - Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms - Maintain and operate all medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures - Notify supervisor immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected - In partnership with center leadership, assist with patient flow and volume - Keep patients informed of expected wait times during all aspects of the center visit - Responsible for clerical tasks in both the front and back office associated with patient care and proper record keeping - Ensure accuracy in documentation - Perform front office duties: greet patients, obtain authorization, check in/out, communicate wait times, answer multi-line telephone system, and distribute employer results/paperwork as needed - Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules - Attend center staff meetings or huddles as required - Assist in maintaining a neat, clean, and orderly appearance throughout the facility - Complete any applicable training including but not limited to clinical competency training that occurs monthly This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

- High school graduate or equivalent - Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program, training as a medical assistant, or military medical specialist with current credentials in the state of employment

- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, clinical office environment

- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA) preferred but not required

- Prefer applicants who are conversationally fluent, can read and write in both English and Spanish This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.

Additional Data

This position is eligible to earn a base compensation rate in the state range of $21.00 to $27.15 hourly depending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience, geographic location where the work is performed, and/or seniority.

External candidates: submit your application on concentra.com/careers - Current colleagues: visit the internal career portal on the main page of MyConcentra to apply - Center Achievement Bonuses This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance

Concentra is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including hiring, promotion and advancement, without regard to the following characteristics: race, color, national origin, religious beliefs, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local fair employment practice laws.