Medical Assistant, Long Beach - Per Diem, Variable Weekdays at MEMORIAL HEALTH SERVICES in LONG BEACH, California

Job Description:

Position Summary: Assist and support the clinical care team members with the delivery of patient care in accordance to the Medical Assistant scope of practice .

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Must have the ability, skill-set, qualifications, education, and licensure that are required for all the responsibilities this position must cover.
  
  


• Must excel in communication (written & verbal), customer service and can work independently or as part of a team.
  
  


• Must excel in prioritization, organization and multi-tasking while demonstrating attention to detail and follow through.
  
  


• Can utilize critical thinking skills to identify issues, problem solve to logical conclusion, demonstrate initiative, and be responsible.
  
  


• Assist in the data collection for the assessment of the patient.
  
  


• Implement a teaching plan with patient, family and/or caregiver(s) as necessary.
  
  


• Demonstrate proficiency of all duties within the Medical Assistant Scope of Practice.
  
  


• Implement orders and treatment plan components as directed by Provider.
  
  


• Be at work and be on time.
  
  


• Follow company policies, procedures and directives.
  
  


• Interact in a positive and constructive manner.
  
  


• Prioritize and multitask.
  
  

' Prior clinical experience in ambulatory care environment preferred.

Education

' High School graduate or equivalent required.

' Certificate from Accredited Medical Assistant Program required.

' Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

' BLS for Healthcare Provider required.