Medical Assistant - Torrance Peninsula Pulmonary & Specialty Care
UCLA HealthAbout the role
General Information
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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In this position, you will participate in providing patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and providing support during life threatening emergencies. You will perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services as needed.
Job Qualifications
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1. A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows
- Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or
- Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
- 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.
2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
3. Ability to administer CPR.
4. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
5. Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
6. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
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