Medical Assistant III (Orthopedic Surgery)

General Information

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Work Location: West Hills, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Posted Date 01/26/2026 Salary Range: $29.46 - 38.87 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration indefinite Job # 28499

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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Our West Valley Hospital is seeking to hire a full-time Medical Assistant III to join our work-class Orthopedic Surgery Department. You will plan an essential role in supporting patient care in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You’ll work closely with physicians and nurse practitioners to provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients across all ages. Key responsibilities include:

• Room patients, obtain and record vital signs, and document care accurately in CareConnect
• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for exams and assist physicians during procedures
• Perform routine clinical tasks, venipuncture, lab tests, and specimen preparation
• Support patient education and coordinate follow-ups, referrals, and prescription refills
• Maintain clinical areas, supplies, and equipment to ensure a clean and safe environment
• Respond promptly to patient needs and assist during emergency situations
• Please note: you will be required to float to all our UCLA Orthopedic Surgery Clinics as needed

Salary range: $29.46/hr - $38.87/hr 

Job Qualifications

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High school diploma, high school transcripts, or GEDCurrent BLS Certification from American Heart Association or American Red CrossPhysical ability to push, pull, or carry 30lbs or moreMedical Assistant Diploma or Certificate from one of the following:

• An accredited Medical Assistant Program (ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP, or ABHES) or
• National certification for medical assistants (CMA, NCCT, or AMT) or
• Completion of a medical assistant program plus documented training that includes:
• minimum 10 clock hours each in administering injections and performing skin tests, venipuncture, and skin punctures
• at least 10 clock hours each type of injection (Intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal) and skin test, and/or at least 10 venipunctures and 10 skin punctures
• 10 hours of training in administering medication by inhalation

Strong understanding of normal and abnormal symptomatology and recognition of life-threatening conditionsProficiency in CPR and safe administration of oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medicationsSkills in venipuncture, EKGs, and acc