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Arch Health Partners, Inc. d/b/a Palomar Health Medical Group

Medical Assistant

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What they do

A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$48,698 / year median in California

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Medical Assistant Arch Health Partners, Inc. d/b/a Palomar Health Medical Group - 3.5 Escondido, CA Job Details Full-time $24.40 - $36.14 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Computer operation Heartsaver Certification Computer literacy BLS Certification Employee relationship building Windows Desktop applications Typing Medical assisting Productivity software
Full Job Description Department:
OBGYN-BERGH CIT 2130
Union:
Shift:
8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)
Hours Per Pay Period:
80
Job Description:
Pay Range :
$24.40-$36.14 Job Summary Under the supervision of an RN, LVN, physician assistant or physician, ensure quality patient care in clinic setting. Registers patients and inputs data in computer system, vital signs and health screening. Able to schedule, with good phone and customer service skills. Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment. Provides appropriate, direct patient care in assigned area(s). Takes patient's vital signs and provides personal care to patients. Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient's comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress. Ensures accurate maintenance of patient's medical records and that patient records are treated as confidential information. Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives, and infection control policies. Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care. Provides health care instruction to patient and family members. Documents transactions, phone conversations, observations, and orders in medical record according to policy and procedure of clinic. Responsible for following clinic policies and procedures for infection control in handling and disposing of infectious/hazardous waste materials. Responsible for accurate administration of medications as appropriate and collection/handling of lab specimens. Ability to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop-down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health Medical Group rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health Medical Group.
Job Requirements Minimum Education:
Successful completion of Medical Assistant Certificate program with relevant front and back office experience
Preferred Education:
Not Applicable Minimum Experience:
0-6 months related experience
Preferred Experience :
Bilingual -
Spanish Required License:
Not Applicable Preferred License:
Not Applicable Required Certification:
American Heart Association recognized BLS -
Heartsaver Preferred Certification:
Certified CA State Medical Assistant We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.