Medical Assistant - Arcadia, United States - James L Eshom, MD, INC
James L Eshom, MD, INC
Arcadia, United States
Verified Company
3 weeks ago
Description
'''Overview:'''
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team.
As a Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting the administrative functions of our medical practice.
If you are detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and are passionate about helping others, we would love to hear from you.
'''Duties:'''
- Assist healthcare professionals in providing patient care
- Perform medical administrative support tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling insurance claims
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures
- Take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Administer medications as directed by healthcare providers
- Conduct basic laboratory tests and collect specimens for testing
- Provide patient education on medication administration, treatment plans, and preventive care
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms
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To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills:
- Proficiency in medical terminology and documentation
- Strong knowledge of medical administrative procedures
- Ability to administer medications accurately and safely
- Knowledge of coding and billing procedures
- Excellent patient care skills, including the ability to make patients feel comfortable during examinations or procedures
- Familiarity with inhalation techniques for respiratory treatments
- Competency in taking accurate vital signs
- Understanding of human anatomy and physiology
- Basic life support (BLS) certification
Job Type:
Part-time
Pay:
$ $23.14 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Inperson
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (required)
- Vital signs: 1 year (required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Arcadia, CA required)
Work Location:
In person