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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

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. The Medical Assistant is also responsible to prepare the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting patient history summary. This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling, and to perform routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Greets patients, take appropriate vital signs, review current medications and record in medical record

Assists with tracking and monitoring department specific data

Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice

Manages patient care flow and assist with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work

Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs

Sweeps clinical areas to monitor inventory based on standard work

Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines

Addresses patient, physician, and staff concerns and escalate accordingly

Provides assistance in QA measures for suites, including recording QC testing on designated equipment

Provides assistance and direct patient inquiries or complaints to appropriate medical staff members and follow up to ensure satisfactory resolution

Monitors their own workflow to identify opportunities for improvement

Participates in daily huddles and staff meetings

Adheres to all infection prevention standards, department policies and guidelines

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED Vocational/Technical Diploma- Medical Assistant Certificate from an accredited educational program

License/Certification:

Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross for Healthcare Providers required upon Hire

Experience:

2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting preferred

Job Info

Job Identification 16001 Legal Employer Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation Department CMCF 1105390 CRIMG Job Category Clinical Operations Job Function Clinical Operations Locations 123 Fake Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, US Overtime Status NONEXEMPT Primary Shift 1 Day Shift Duration 8 hour Minimum Salary 24.00 Maximum Salary 33.00 UKG Pay Rule F352