Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022-23
Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!
Why work here?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
A Little More About What You Will be Doing
The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to nurses, physicians and allied health professionals (Clinicians) working in the hospital licensed clinics. Medical Assistants may also perform non-invasive routine technical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, surgeon or podiatrist who is on the premises. The Medical Assistant functions within their scope of education/ certification not to exceed what is permitted by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center policies, procedures and guidelines. Flexibility and ability to adapt to multiple specialty clinics is needed.
- Collects patient history and documents in EMR appropriately. Acquires all results (films, test) prior to patient visit.
- Maintains timely patient flow and room availability. Assists patients with the completion of forms, as needed.
- Performs clinical responsibilities such as taking vital signs, collecting lab specimens, performing EKG’s, administering medications and injections (as directed by clinician), and records / documents patient record.
- Participates in the patient check out process: facilitating follow-up tests, and referrals and may participate in acquiring prior authorizations to allow for timely scheduling of follow-up appointments to other providers. Maintains referral system and ensures accurate and timely follow through with all referrals generated.
- Prepares, cleans exam / procedure room and setup appropriate supplies. Ensures equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit / procedure. Maintains and monitors all equipment used for patient care and testing and reports discrepancies to supervisor.
- Collects and prepares specimens and transports to lab. Follows hospital policy for specimen labeling and logging.
- Performs unit office procedures including all general administrative duties as required (i.e. scanning, filing, faxing, phones, courier duties, etc.).
- Acts as a transporter for stable, non-acute patients for testing or treatment.
Join Cedars-Sinai!
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022-23
Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!
Why work here?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
A Little More About What You Will be Doing
This position will require traveling to different locations (West LA, Santa Monica, Playa Vista, etc.)
As a member of the patient care team, the Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations, proper telephone communication, verification of patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit. Responsibilities also include preparing the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, temperature, and reporting patient history summary.
This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling, performing routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.
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Greets patients, take appropriate vital signs, review current medications and record in medical record
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Administration work (process referrals, EDD, etc.)
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Assists with tracking and monitoring department specific data
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Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice
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Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs
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Manages patient care flow and assist with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work
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Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines
Education
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High school diploma or GED required
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Graduation from accredited Medical Assisting from an accredited educational program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization
Education
- High school diploma or GED required
- Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
Experience
- 1 year Medical Assistant, medical office, ambulatory care facility or medical group practice preferred
Licenses/Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
- Medical Assistant certification and/or diploma required
- California Certified Phlebotomy License required
Working Title: Medical Assistant – Reconstructive Surgery
Department: Reconstructive Surgery
Business Entity: Medical Network Foundation
Job Category: Nursing
Job Specialty: Nursing
Position Type: Full-time
Shift Length: 8 hour shift
Shift Type: Day
Base Pay:$19.11 – $28.67