Medical Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location: 18350 Roscoe Blvd Ste 702 - Northridge, CA 91325Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records 
Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height 
Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean  
Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing  
Operate x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests  
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients 
Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms
Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies 
Maintain inventory of test kits and order supplies for kits when necessary 
Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures 
Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential 
Greet and check-in patients arriving at office or clinic
Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications
High school diploma/ GED; Associates degree in Medical Assisting preferred
Minimum two years of experience working in an ambulatory clinic/medical office setting preferred
Possess an ability to function in a high stress, physically demanding setting 
Knowledge of health care regulations and preventative measures (HIPAA confidentiality, infection spread, etc.)  
Exemplary customer service experience including client relationships and job knowledge  
Excellent oral and written communication skills 
Ability to exercise manual dexterity, control precision and arm-hand steadiness accurately 
Ability to be empathetic with patients; ability to maintain confidentiality