Job Description

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

A Little More About What You Will be Doing

As a member of the patient care team, the Senior Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations, proper telephone communication, verification of patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit. The Medical Assistant is also responsible to prepare the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting patient history summary.

This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling, and to perform routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.

As a member of the patient care team, the Senior Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations, proper telephone communication, verification of patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit. The Medical Assistant is also responsible to prepare the patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting patient history summary. This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling, and to perform routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information. The Senior Medical Assistant will perform required responsibilities based on the standard work for their department with minimal supervision with the ability, skill and knowledge to work in more than one specialty area. Surgery scheduling will also be part of this position. Greets patients, take appropriate vital signs, review current medications and record in medical recordCoordinates, or serve as liaison, for administrative and clinical (based on scope of practice) support activities including facilities management, patient billing, utilization management, quality management, risk management, human resources, and payrollCoordinates communication between patients, family members, medical staff, administrative staff, insurance plans, and other departmentsExplains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practiceSets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needsCleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelinesProvides assistance in QA measures for suites, including recording QC testing on designated equipmentMay lead daily huddles and staff meetings and participates in performance improvement activities within the local assigned department
Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or GED requiredGraduated in Medical Assisting from an accredited educational program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization.

Experience

Minimum 3 years’ experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting

Licenses/Certifications

Medical Assistant certification and/or diploma requiredBasic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association required and/or American Red Cross
About UsCedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the TeamWith a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai’s medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.
Req ID : 1387
Working Title : Senior Medical Assistant - Outreach Program Pasadena
Department : Outreach Programs
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category : Clinical Operations
Job Specialty : Clinical Operations
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $21.70 - $32.55