Medical Assistant job in Ventura CA

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant performs both clinical and administrative duties that directly support efficient clinic flow, effective and safe clinic operations, and excellent patient experience. The Medical Assistant supports patient care by taking medical histories, accurately capturing and documenting patient vital signs, requesting and updating patient medical records, filing, communicating with patients, and providing documentation for patients or members of the healthcare team while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. The Medical Assistant's primary responsibilities may vary based on state regulations.

Job Description

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms, gather patient history, take and record vital signs, prepare patients for examination, and document all information in the patient medical record.
• Support delivery of high-quality patient experience through excellent customer service and communication with patients, families, and other care providers while ensuring a safe patient care environment.
• Provide assistance to physician and/or advanced practice provider in preparing and conducting medical exams and office procedures under direct guidance and supervision of physician and advanced practice provider.
• Perform applicable medical procedures, collect and prepare laboratory specimens, administer injections/immunizations, and perform venipuncture, as allowed by state regulations.
• Communicate information and instructions to patients as directed by physician, advanced practice provider, or nursing staff and ensure patient's understanding of the information.
• Assist with scheduling of tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments, and communicate test results to patients.
• Ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare sterilization as required.
• Respond to calls and requests for referrals and appointments, triage and process messages, and requests from patients, clinic staff, referring physicians, and pharmacies. Maintain patient files, records, and other information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited program for Medical Assistants required.
• MA certification required; if not currently certified, certification must be obtained within 6 months to 1 year dependent on state requirements.
• 1+ years' experience in an office-based setting preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Must have the ability to follow universal precautions.
• Ability to maintain OSHA standards and HIPAA regulations.
• Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is required.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Progyny Fertility Benefits
• Livongo Diabetes Management
• Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
• Smart Shopper
• 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - 15% discount
• Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Employee Optional Life and AD&D
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Parental Leave Benefit
• Sick Pay Bank
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Group Aflac Policies
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Charitable Fund
• Various Discount Programs

The expected pay for the position ranges from $22.00 - $27.88 per hour. The actual pay range will be computed based on years of relevant experience.

About Us

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies, and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate, and clinically excellent services to women, babies, and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group's high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement, and safety initiatives.

Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.