Medical Assistant

Sal Psychiatry Services

Medical Assistant

Norwalk, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job description

    We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to become a part of our team! You will perform routine administrative and clinical assignments to keep the medical facility running smoothly.

    Responsibilities:

    Handle all administrative duties in a timely manner

    Perform routine clinical tasks to support medical staff

    Communicate with insurance companies for proper billing procedures

    Escort patients to exam rooms

    insurance verification

    injections

    drug screening

    vital signs

    Answering phone

    appointment scheduling

    ​Qualifications:

    Previous experience in healthcare administration or other related fields

    Mental health a plus

    psychiatry

    Familiarity with medical billing procedures

    Strong organizational skills

    Core Responsibilities

    Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.

    Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.

    Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.

    An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.

    Is able to keep up in a challenging environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.

    Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.

    Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

    Major Responsibilities

    Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.

    Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

    Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.

    Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.

    Cleans and sterilizes instruments.

    Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.

    Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.

    Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.

    Assist doctors with charting

    Chart auditing, CPT and ICD-9 review

    Venipunctures, EKG's, Vital Signs, Blood draws, and Injections

    Prep patients for examination and treatment, and assist during minor office procedures

    Prepare exam and treatment rooms (instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing)

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications

    Medical Assistant experience

    CPT I certification

    Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.

    Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet

    Neat and professional appearance

    Effective written and verbal communication skills

    Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant

    Working Conditions Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Employee assistance program

    Flexible schedule

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Medical specialties:

    Psychiatry

    Schedule:

    8 hour shift

    Monday to Friday

    Work setting:

    Clinic

    In-person

    Medical office

    Office

    Outpatient

    Private practice

    Ability to commute/relocate:

    Norwalk, CA 90650: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Education:

    High school or equivalent (Required)

    Experience:

    EMR systems: 1 year (Required)

    Vital signs: 1 year (Required)

    Insurance verification: 2 years (Required)

    Mental health: 1 year (Required)

    Language:

    Spanish (Preferred)

    License/Certification:

    BLS Certification (Required)

    Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

    EKG (Required)

    Work Location: In person