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CloseRemember when you said you wanted to make a difference? Here is your chance.Search JobsKeywordsSearchPlease be aware of attempts to take advantage of people seeking jobs at Cedars\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x91Sinai through fraudulent websites and email domains.Medical Assistant - Pasadena Requisition # 5089Job Summary: \xc3\x82 Key Job Responsibilities
As a member of the patient care team, the Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations, proper telephone communication, verification of patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit. \xc3\x82 The Medical Assistant is also responsible to prepare the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting patient history summary.
This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling, and to perform routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Greets patients, take appropriate vital signs, review current medications and record in medical record
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Assists with tracking and monitoring department specific data
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Manages patient care flow and assist with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Sweeps clinical areas to monitor inventory based on standard work
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Addresses patient, physician, and staff concerns and escalate accordingly
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Provides assistance in QA measures for suites, including recording QC testing on designated equipment
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Provides assistance and direct patient inquiries or complaints to appropriate medical staff members and follow up to ensure satisfactory resolution
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Monitors their own workflow to identify opportunities for improvement
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Participates in daily huddles and staff meetings
\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\xa2 \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82 Adheres to all infection prevention standards, department policies and guidelinesQualificationsEducation:High School Diploma/GED \xc3\x82 \xc3\x82
Vocational/Technical Diploma-\xc3\x82 Medical Assistant Certificate from an accredited educational programLicense/Certification:Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross for Healthcare Providers required upon HireExperience:2 years of\xc3\x82 experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting preferred
Req ID : 5089
Working Title : Medical Assistant - Pasadena
Department : Fair Oaks
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category : Clinical Operations
Job Specialty : Clinical Operations
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $21.00 - $30.41Our compensation philosophyWe offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-SinaiWe are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x93 because that\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve. .Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu) and COVID-19. For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines such as COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.Share this JobCurrent Employees:Enter your email to refer a friend! Please enter your email address below, and then use the icons to let people know about this great opportunity!Email SubmitAbout the Location Find out what it\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s like to live and work in Pasadena, CaliforniaTechnology at Cedars-Sinai Learn about our latest breakthroughs, discoveries, and innovations in medicine and patient care.Why Cedars-Sinai As a member of the Cedars-Sinai team, you\xe2\x80\x99re part of a group of professionals who give their all to provide the best possible patient care.Faces of Cedars-Sinai Get to know us\xe2\x80\x94the patients, physicians, volunteers, and employees who make up the Cedars-Sinai community.Jobs you may also be interested inJoin our Talent CommunityJoin our Talent Community and get Cedars-Sinai news and job alerts delivered to your inbox.First NameLast NameEmailCountry Code Phone NumberUpload Resume RemoveOpt-in PromotionConfirm EmailBy submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our and consent to receive email and SMS communications from Cedars-Sinai.Submit\xc2\xa92024 Cedars-Sinai. All Rights Reserved. A 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization

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