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medical assistant Indio, CA

Desert Oasis Healthcare

Full Time Indio, CA 10.56 - 12.04 USD Today

Job description

The Certified Medical Assistant in the Outreach Services clinic performs basic technical, administrative and clerical services for a licensed provider in compliance with: Section 2070 and 2071 of the Business and Professions Code, and Title 16 of the Medical Practice Act in the State of California.

Triages and documents patient calls in electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with established policies and procedures. Immediately notify a Provider of any critical information regarding patient’s health.
Performs non-invasive routine support services under the supervision of a licensed provider in an office or clinic setting.
Administers medication, as ordered by the Provider, following the established policies and procedures and in accordance with the six rights of medication. A licensed provider must verify correct medication and dosage prior to administration by the Medical Assistant. Documents all medications administered in patient’s electronic health record (EHR).
Performs electrocardiograms in accordance with established policies and procedures and as ordered by the Provider.
Reviews charts for test results for previously ordered diagnostic testing on a daily basis. Immediately informs the provider of any critical test result.
Reviews patient charts prior to their scheduled visit and obtains any missing reports, test results, or any other documentation needed prior to the patient’s scheduled visit.
Assists with requesting ordered labs/diagnostic tests and completing appropriate requisition and/or referral paperwork.
Participates in quality control activities which include maintaining all office files as requested, including, but not limited to: Medication outdate check, refrigerator check (for temperature), and glucometer control check.
Obtains copies of Advance Health Care Directive from patient if one is available, or assist patients with completing the Advance Health Care Directive forms and include a copy in patient’s chart.
Assists in completing the required Advance Health Care Directive form or assure that a copy of a preexisting Directive is obtained from the patient and placed in the office charts.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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High School Diploma or equivalent and graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Certified Medical Assistant certification required within 60 days of hire.
One year of recent experience in a medical office/clinic, preferred.
Phlebotomist certification or experience preferred.
Excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette.
Basic computer skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with providers, patients, patient family members and other clinic staff.
BLS required.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Current California Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance

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