Medical Assistant

GENERAL PURPOSE
Pedes Orange County is a vascular practice and surgery center that fosters a collegial environment focused on providing top-notch care to patients throughout Orange County, CA. We offer competitive pay, flexible work hours, and a work environment that attracts staff from many different backgrounds. We are looking for a motivated Medical Assistant to join our team. This is a part-time position; shifts would be Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive
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
Meet the ambulatory Medical Assistant clinical competencies
Assist in vein treatment procedures with physicians, and collaborate with nursing team during pre/post op care
Follow standard work for patient care processes
Maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow, rooms stocked with adequate supplies
Ensure all related reports and information are available in the Electronic Health Record
Maintenance of all logs and required checks
Provide instructions to patients as ordered/instructed by Provider
Implement orders and teaching plan components as directed by Provider and licensed care team member(s)
Ensure documentation is complete, accurate and timely; reflecting patients’ plan of care
Demonstrate continued development of clinical expertise, current knowledge of healthcare trends, and education related to clinical ambulatory practice
Perform any additional or miscellaneous duties as requested by the management team within the scope of knowledge and ability
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(Education, licenses, certifications, and experience required to fulfill the essential duties, include computer skills as required)
High school education or equivalent experience
Graduate from an Accredited Medical Assistant program
Current CPR card OR willing to obtain in 30 days
1+ year experience working as an MA. Vascular experience preferred
Blood draw/venipuncture
Reliable transportation
Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role
Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
ESSENTIAL BEHAVIORS, SKILLS, AND ATITUDES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills including ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively
Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills; ability to interact positively with teammates at all levels
Demonstrated strengths in organizational, attention to detail, follow through, analytical, reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities according to clinical standards; high degree of initiative
Self-directed; able to function independently and as a member of a team and to foster a positive work environment
Demonstrated ability to present and document work according to standards required
Demonstrated ability to maintain absolute confidentiality concerning patient information
Ability to remain calm and act appropriately in emergency or life-threatening situations
Empathy, consideration, and respect for patients and teammates
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position
Ability to read, speak, and write English with clarity of expression sufficient to communicate technical and complex concepts of teammates, patients, and patient family members in clear and easily understandable terms required
Ability to understand clinical/medical vocabulary written or spoken in English required
Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical requirements can vary. These must be reviewed with management. In general, the position requires the following physical activities:
Ability to lift a minimum of 5 pounds to a maximum of 35 pounds un assisted; able to stand for extended periods of time and to perform repetitive stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, with some sitting; full range of body motions required to lift patients, wear a lead apron, and lift supplies
Manual dexterity and ability to work rapidly required
Ability to perform patient transfers and positioning of patients up to 200 pounds unassisted; seek assistance for any patient over 200 pounds
Ability to lift and move patient transport devices

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No