About this opportunity
Shriners Children's Chicago lists this Medical Assistant - Per Diem opportunity in pasadena, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleMedical AssistantJob DescriptionThe Medical Assistant supports the medical and nursing staff in providing care and comfort to infant, toddler, preschool, school-age, adolescent, and young adult patients during outpatient clinic appointments by performing routine clinical and clerical tasks. In addition, the Medical Assistant is responsible for phlebotomy and assisting with the application and removal of casts.Key ResponsibilitiesEscort patients from waiting room(s) to exam room(s), confirming date of birth and ensuring patients are in the proper attire required for their visitAt relevant sites, MAs will walk patients to radiology or POPs rooms/waiting areas, in addition to rooming for clinicObtain patient vitals (height, weight, temperature, pulse, BP, etc.), draw blood, and conduct basic medical history (including chief complaint, medication history, social history, and family history)Monitor and report patient condition throughout their visitEnsure infection prevention protocols are followedConduct Telehealth intake tasks – document vitals, medical history, and encounter detailsEscort patients to check out and update rooming status in EpicMonitor Epic DAR and communicate with all relevant teams (front desk, radiology, POPs, etc.) to ensure timely rooming and patient handoffsDirect physicians and APPs to patient rooms based on Epic DAR statusPrepare exam rooms daily; stock and maintain supplies and equipmentRequired QualificationsMedical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Preferred Qualifications1 year Pediatric/Ambulatory CareEMR SystemsSpanish proficiencyFamiliarity with Microsoft Office tools, HIPAA, infection control, and patient safety protocolsThe pay range for this position is $24.95 - 35.23/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.
Worksite address
pasadena, CA, 91106, US
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