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Medical Assistant PositionAre you looking for a rewarding role in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment where your work truly makes an impact? Join our growing, high-impact practice and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional care. We offer a supportive workplace culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive benefits package!Los Angeles Center of Nose Throat and Allergy (LA CENTA) is dedicated to providing university caliber subspecialty care in the community setting. We are a company founded on the principle of availability and strive to improve the quality of community healthcare in Los Angeles and beyond. We aim to change the way healthcare is delivered and perceived.LA CENTA is growing quickly! Medical Assistants at LA CENTA are the foundation of success in the clinic. We are seeking a self-motivated, outgoing and hard-working Medical Assistant to help the Physician and PA in clinic to perform patient intake, explain basic procedures, assist with procedures and help clinic to run as smoothly as possible. All Medical Assistants will report first to the medical assistant manager and then to the office manager.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Room patients according to office standards.Verify patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit.Prepare patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary in the EMR system accurately and in a timely manner.Coordinate patient care as directed by physicians.Process appropriate documents in an organized and accurate fashionOrganize exam and treatment rooms, stock and clean rooms and sterilize instruments before and after each patient visit.Ensure patient medications are entered the EMR with each visit.Ensure the following information is entered into the EMR: Medical History Form/Questionnaire information, HMO authorizations, medical records from outside physicians, hospitals, laboratories, and/or radiology facilities,Assist physician with in-office proceduresAssist in answering phones and scheduling patient appointments.Obtain medical records from outside physicians, hospitals, laboratories, and/or radiology facilities when needed.Ensure that all messages are reviewed before the end of the day for proper handling.Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; and keeping patient information confidential.Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.Keep supplies ready by inventorying stock and advising Manager when supplies run low.Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; and notifying Manager when repair calls are necessary.Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.Serve and protect the ENT practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirementsEnhance practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishmentsRespect patient confidentiality at all timesPerform other duties as assignedCompensation and Benefits (YOU MATTER!): Compensation: $20.00 hourly + benefits!We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellness, and work-life balance, including:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401 (k) with Employer MatchPaid Time Off (PTO) + Sick TimeAncillary benefits including Pet Insurance and Accidental & Critical Illness Coverage and MORE!RequirementsQualifications and Experience:HS Diploma/ GED RequiredGraduated from accredited medical assistant programEar Nose Throat & Allergy specialty clinic experience preferredBilingual-fluent in both English and Spanish preferredGeneral knowledge of HIPAA and CPT codesMust be able to travel within our various Los Angeles based clinics as neededExcellent communication skills with patients, physicians, and staffExcellent organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skillsAbility to work in a relatively unsupervised environment with a high degree of accuracyAbility to operate various office equipment necessary to perform job functionsTeam player with a pleasant attitude towards the practice of medicinePhysical Demands:Sit for long periods at a timeUse hands and fingers in repetitive motions, dailyAbility to lift, push, pull up to 10 lbs. periodicallyTravel to clinic locations or sites as neededReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsHere at LA CENTA we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. Come be a part of our growing organization and its opportunities for your career development as a Medical Assistant! You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals who aim to excel in the healthcare industry. Apply now to the Medical Assistant Position!Equal Employment OpportunityLA CENTA is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for applicants and Employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable state and federal laws. LA CENTA does not permit discrimination of any type against an employee because of any of the following legally protected characteristics: gender, race, color, religion, country of origin, mental disability, physical disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, age, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.
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arcadia, CA, 91006, US
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