Clinical Medical Assistant

Jose B Contreras MD PC

Garden Grove, CA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

We are a new, physician-led specialty clinic in Fountain Valley, focused on pulmonary, and sleep medicine. Founded by a board-certified physician, our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients facing serious respiratory and sleep-related health issues.

I. Clinical Duties (Patient Care):

Patient Intake:
- Greeting and escorting patients to examination rooms.
- Taking and recording vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation, weight, height).
- Obtaining and documenting chief complaints, medical history, current medications, allergies, and pain status.
- Preparing patients for examinations and procedures.
Assisting Providers:
- Aiding physicians, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants during examinations and procedures (e.g., positioning patients, handing instruments).
- Setting up and cleaning exam rooms and equipment before and after patient visits, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
- Maintaining sterile fields and assisting with minor sterile procedures.
Administering Medications and Injections:
- Administering oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal medications and immunizations as directed by the provider and within state scope of practice.
- Educating patients on medication instructions and potential side effects.
Specimen Collection and Processing:
- Performing phlebotomy (drawing blood) and collecting other specimens (urine, stool, etc.).
- Preparing and labeling specimens for laboratory testing and ensuring proper transport.
Basic Procedures and Tests:
- Performing basic laboratory tests on-site.
- Performing electrocardiograms (EKGs).
- Assisting with wound care, dressing changes, and suture/staple removal.
- Providing basic first aid and emergency care as needed, maintaining CPR certification.
Patient Education:
- Providing standardized patient education on procedures, diagnostic test preparation, chronic disease conditions, and general health promotion.
- Answering patient questions within their scope of practice and referring more complex questions to the provider or RN.

II. Administrative Duties (Office Management):

Scheduling and Front Desk:
- Scheduling and confirming patient appointments, including referrals to specialists or diagnostic imaging.
- Managing patient check-in and check-out processes.
- Answering telephones, managing inquiries, and directing calls appropriately.
Medical Records Management:
- Accurately documenting patient information, vital signs, test results, and treatments in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Managing and organizing patient charts.
Billing and Insurance Support:
- Verifying patient insurance information.
- Assisting with basic billing inquiries and form completion.
Supply Management:
- Monitoring and maintaining inventory of medical and office supplies.
- Ordering and restocking supplies.
- Ensuring medical equipment is functioning properly and scheduling maintenance/repairs.

III. Skills and Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
- Must speak Vietnamese fluently.
  
  Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (certificate or associate's degree).
- Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, CCMA, etc.) is often preferred or required by employers.
- Current CPR certification.
Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
- Understanding of basic pharmacology and medication administration.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures and clinical protocols.
- Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with empathy and compassion.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients as needed.
- Manual dexterity for performing clinical procedures.

Company DescriptionWe are a new, physician-led specialty clinic in Fountain Valley, focused on pulmonary, and sleep medicine. Founded by a board-certified physician, our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients facing serious respiratory and sleep-related health issues.