Medical Assistant - Simi Valley, United States - Southern California Orthopedic Institute

Southern California Orthopedic Institute
Southern California Orthopedic Institute
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Simi Valley, United States

2 weeks ago

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SUMMARY:
Works cooperatively with other members of SCOI.

Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under direction of the physician and/or Manager, Clinical Services by performing the essential functions of the job.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Reports to work as scheduled.
  • Complies with SCOI policies and procedures.
  • Works cooperatively with others and acts in a way to support the SCOI mission statement.
  • Obtains patient medical history.
  • Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height, obtains allergy information and records information on the chart.
  • Assists physician with special procedures as required and prepares setup for injections, aspiration and other procedures.
  • Removes sutures, cleans wounds and applies dressings.
  • Instructs patients as directed by the physician.
  • Schedules return appointments when needed.
  • Schedules MRI as needed.
  • Coordinates and tracks the scheduling and results of patient PT and diagnostic testing.
  • Enters patient prescriptions into SRS as authorized by physician and as per protocol

Note:
Cannot sign physician name to any documents or prescriptions.

  • Provides physician with necessary instruments and materials during exam.
  • Stocks exam rooms regularly with materials and supplies prior to the beginning of clinic. Cleans up exam rooms after clinic.
  • Maintains biohazard and sharps container according to SCOI procedure and guidelines.
  • Maintains linen supply, depositing gowns, lab coats and shorts in designated hampers for pick up and cleaning.
  • Sterilizes instruments following SCOI procedures and guidelines.
  • Inputs work comp status sheets into computer as needed.
  • Responsible for providing Billing with daily appointment report.
  • Reports compliance issues or concerns immediately to supervisor.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Pay:
$ $24.04 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • 401(k)
matching

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Orthopedics

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work setting:

  • Clinic
  • Inperson
  • Outpatient

Education:


  • High school or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:


  • EMR systems: 1 year (preferred)
  • Vital signs: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

  • BLS Certification (preferred)
  • Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Simi Valley, CA 93065: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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