Medical Assistant

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Santo Nino Health Center

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Los Angeles, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will handle both front and back office duties, including patient check-ins, scheduling, and maintaining records. Clinical tasks include obtaining vital signs, assisting providers with examinations, and operating diagnostic equipment.

Qualifications

You have a Medical Assistant certificate or diploma and possess knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures. You are skilled in communicating, organizing, and multitasking effectively in a clinical setting, with experience in EHR systems preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Medical Assistant certificate

medical terminology

clinical procedures

EHR systems

HIPAA

OSHA

EKG

ICG

PFT machines

Job Description

Santo Niño Health Center is seeking a reliable and professional Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment. Candidates must be willing to perform both front and back office duties and be cross-trained in multiple areas as needed.

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday with the hours of 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Responsibilities

  • Greet and check in patients while providing professional and courteous customer service
  • Schedule appointments, answer phones, and maintain accurate patient records and demographic information
  • Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, height, and weight
  • Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for provider evaluations
  • Assist physicians and providers with examinations, procedures, and patient care
  • Administer medications and injections as directed by providers
  • Collect, prepare, and document laboratory specimens for testing
  • Operate diagnostic equipment including EKG, ICG, and PFT machines
  • Process prescriptions, referrals, authorizations, and related documentation
  • Accurately document patient encounters and provide scribe support as needed within the electronic health record (EHR) system
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations
  • Maintain exam room cleanliness, monitor medical supplies, and assist with overall clinic organization
  • Perform both front and back office duties and cross-train in multiple departments as needed

Requirements

  • Medical Assistant certificate or diploma required
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures
  • Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
  • Experience with EHR systems and standard office equipment preferred
  • Ability to work professionally with patients, providers, and staff
  • Bilingual preferred (if applicable)

Santo Niño Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Santo Nino Health Center

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