Advanced Medical Assistant I, II & III | BLS Certified

Advanced Medical Assistant I, II & III | BLS Certified

National City, CA $46,229 - $54,099 a year

Full Time

Position Overview

This role involves a blend of clinical and administrative duties to support healthcare providers during patient examinations and treatments. Responsibilities include entering patient data, assisting with vital signs, and documenting medical histories to ensure smooth patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Record vital signs, medication details, chief complaints, and other relevant patient information.
• Observe and report any significant changes in patient condition to nursing staff or practitioners promptly.
• Enter patient data into electronic systems using ICD-10 and CPT codes for billing and clinical reporting.
• Prepare exam rooms and instruments, assist providers with procedures, and handle specimen collection and processing according to guidelines.
• Manage medication preparation and labeling for practitioner verification and administration.
• Coordinate prescription orders with pharmacies as directed by authorized providers.
• Address non-clinical patient inquiries and complaints professionally.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinic operations.

Role Levels

Medical Assistant I

• Manage a patient caseload of 20+ daily with assigned physicians.

Medical Assistant II

• Manage 25+ patients daily.
• Process referrals, orders, and complete disability forms.

Medical Assistant III

• Serve as preceptor and trainer for new hires and practice managers on clinical and administrative workflows.
• Identify and implement operational improvements in collaboration with clinic management.
• Manage 35+ patients daily.
• Lead billing and coding efforts for medical procedures, working closely with billing staff.
• Proofread physician dictations and ensure accuracy.
• Cross-train in all front and back office functions.

Qualifications

All Levels

• Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and teamwork orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and follow instructions.

Medical Assistant I

• Preferred relevant clinical Medical Assistant experience; Certified Nurse Assistant experience may be considered.

Medical Assistant II

• Two to five years of relevant clinical Medical Assistant experience required; CNA experience may be considered.

Medical Assistant III

• Minimum five years of relevant clinical Medical Assistant experience required.
• At least three years of subspecialty experience in areas such as orthopedics, cardiology, urology, general surgery, primary care, or other surgical specialties.

Education

• Graduation from a Medical Assisting program, Certified Nurse Assistant program, or Military Medical Specialist training required.
• Alternatively, completion of two years of on-the-job training in Medical Assisting or CNA with a high school diploma or GED is acceptable.

Certification

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association (healthcare provider) is mandatory.
• Medical Assistant II and III levels require CNA or MA certification.

All candidates must successfully pass a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment.

This opportunity is located in a vibrant regional area of the United States, serving diverse communities with compassionate and quality healthcare.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc