Medical Assistant - Senior Focused Care, Santa Monica
UCLA HealthAbout the role
General Information
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Work Location: Santa Monica, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm Posted Date 06/18/2025 Salary Range: $28.06 - 37.02 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration Indefinite Job # 25371Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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We’re seeking a passionate Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team to support the Senior Focused Care specialty at Santa Monica's Family health Center. Here, every day is an opportunity to make a difference and grow your skills in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work closely with expert physicians, residents, and fellows in a variety of fields. Responsibilities, but are not limited to:
- Room patients and take vital signs
- Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Assist providers during exams and minor procedures
- Prepare and stock exam rooms with necessary supplies and equipment
- Administer medications and injections as directed by providers
- Prepare reports for physician review
- Perform EKGs, collect specimens, and conduct point-of-care testing
Salary Range: $28.06-$37.02 Hourly
Job Qualifications
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Required:- BLS Certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- A Medical Assistant diploma or certificate as follows:
- (a) Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or
- (b) Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
- (c) Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation.
- Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
- Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
- Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
- Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
- Abi
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