Job Description
Join Cedars-Sinai!
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022-23.
Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year, recognizing hospitals and health systems nationwide with outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation, which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!
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, demonstrating 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 Medical Assistant is responsible for positive patient relations, proper telephone communication, and verification of patient information by interviewing patients and confirming the purpose of their visit. Responsibilities also include preparing patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, temperature, and reporting patient history summaries.
This position will also be trained and will be responsible for appointment scheduling and performing routine duties associated with the collection and maintenance of current patient demographics and insurance information.
- Greets patients, takes appropriate vital signs, reviews current medications, and records them in the medical record.
- Assists with tracking and monitoring department-specific data.
- Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice.
- Sets up exam/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs.
- Manages patient care flow and assists with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work.
- Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program and/or Medical Assistant Certification from a Board-approved Medical Assistant Organization.
Experience:
- 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting preferred.
Licenses/Certification:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
- Medical Assistant certification and/or diploma required.
: 5093
Working Title: Medical Assistant - Urology - Beverly Hills
Department: Urology - La Cienega
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category: Clinical Operations
Job Specialty: Clinical Operations
Overtime Status: NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift: Day
Shift Duration: 8 hours
Base Pay: $21.00 - $30.41
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