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.
Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various office and clerical duties. Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties:
1. Determines patient care needs and directs patients accordingly. 2. Ensures patient charts are prepared prior to appointment including x-rays and pertinent lab work, makes arrangements to obtain any special equipment needed. Sets up exam rooms, assists physician with exams as needed, monitors patient flow. 3. Prepares patients for examinations. Obtains and records vital signs. 4. Ensures health care delivery areas are fully stocked, organized, cleaned, and disinfected. 5. Maintains files and records, oversees equipment and office supply inventory. Photocopies, collates, faxes,, mails. Reads and prioritizes incoming mail. Handles or routes as appropriate. 6. Ensures that physician orders for medications and treatments are implemented by the appropriate staff. 7. Provides coverage/relief for co-workers. Communicates directly with co-workers the status of all patients when providing coverage. 8. Assists the physician with exams and procedures. 9. Records patient information in chart//EHR according to Joint Commission standards. Maintains a professional demeanor. 10. Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient. 11. Receives and screens specimens with regard to acceptability as defined by established guidelines. 12. Processes, distributes or packages all specimens received. 13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Req High school or equivalent Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited school of Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program. Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications:
Pref 1 year; Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Experience in acute care setting Pref Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Pref Familiarity with word processing, GECB, COR, Cerner, ProSolv, and scheduling software is preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) Req Certification - Job Relevant Current Medical Laboratory Personnel License - NV. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained by renewal before expiration date. Founded in the 1970s, the Culinary Health Fund (CHF) provides comprehensive healthcare benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage—to more than 55,000 workers and 70,000 dependents across the Las Vegas Valley. Supporting members of four major hospitality unions, CHF is committed to delivering accessible, high-quality care through its network offour Culinary Health Centersstrategically located throughout the region, ensuring members have convenient access to care close to home and work. The hourly rate range for this position is $21.84 - $28.10 When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Job
ID REQ20180215
Posted Date 09/02/2026 Apply Save Job Current employees apply here
