Medical Assistant - Pediatrics, Westlake Village

• A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows

a. Documentation
of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school
that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES

OR

b. Documentation
of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT

OR

c. Documentation
of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no
less than 10 clock hours of training in administering injections and performing
skin tests; 10 hours of training in venipuncture and skin puncture for the
purpose of withdrawing blood; at least 10 of each intramuscular, subcutaneous,
and intradermal injections and 10 skin tests, and/or at least 10 venipuncture
and 10 skin punctures; 10 hours of training in administering medical by
inhalation.

• Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life
  threatening medical problems.
• Ability to administer CPR.
• Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous
  medications.
• Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all
  OSHA PPE safety requirements.
• Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
• Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office
  procedures.
• Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families,
  ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and
  compassionate manner.
• Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in
  a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
• Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
• Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
• Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain
  adequate inventory.Ability to follow proper channels of policies &
  procedures, communication & work standards.
• Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient
  flow.
• Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
• Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office
  to facilitate smooth workflow.
• Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with
  any procedures such as, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2
  saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies,
  flexible sigmoidoscopies.
• Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient
  sample testing for waived tests.
• Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling
  Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
• Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
• Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
• Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory
  attendance record.
• Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere,
  practicing excellent customer service.
• Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more