medical assistant Santa Clara, CA

Kaiser Permanente

Full Time Santa Clara, CA 34.35 - 32.65 USD HOURLY Today

Job description

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or Designee and the classification of Sr. Medical Assistant shall apply only to a Medical Assistant assigned by the Employer to direct, check, train, and report on the work performance of one (1) or more Medical Assistants in the area of assigned responsibility.

Essential Functions:

The classification of Sr. Medical Assistant shall apply only to a Medical Assistant who is specifically and regularly assigned by the Employer to direct, check, train, and report on the work performance of one (1) or more Medical Assistants in the area of assigned responsibility

Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department.

Records information in patients' medical record.

Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination.

Assists clinician with care of the patient.

Handles inventories, orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials.

Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department.

Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department.

May be responsible for administering medications, including injections.

May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments.

Performs data entry.

Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department.

Performs other related duties as necessary.

Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department.

Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved.

Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests.

Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources.

Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment.

Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others.

Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance.

Takes accountability for own actions.

Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members.

Actively participates in departmental professional development activities.

Adheres to Attendance Policy.

Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment.

This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline.

Grade: 275

Basic Qualifications:

One (1) year of related experience.

High School Diploma or GED.

Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California.

BLS certification.

Medical Terminology certificate or equivalent experience.

Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical information.

Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written.

Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Demonstrated ability to use personal computer.

Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the bargaining agreement.

PrimaryLocation : California,Santa Clara,Santa Clara Medical Offices
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri *Scheduled days and hours are dependent on departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.
WorkingHoursStart : 09:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:30 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : A01|SEIU|United Healthworkers
Job Level : Entry Level
Job Category : Clinical Support,Medical Assistant
Department : Santa Clara Homestead Hospital - Obstetrics/Gynecology - 0206
Travel : No
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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About Kaiser Permanente

CEO: Gregory Adams
Revenue: $10+ billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Nonprofit Organization
Website: http://www.kaiserpermanentejobs.org
Year Founded: 1945

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