CMA Outpatient Full-time
Torrance Memorial Medical Center

Medical Assistant I - FT Days

Torrance Memorial Medical Center Torrance, CA, US
$24 - $31.73 / hour
Under the direction of a physician, the Medical Assistant I works cooperatively with all team members to provide technical patient care services. This position assists physicians in the performance of their function and provides specific and general support.

Core Competencies

  • Greets and directs patients; notifies appropriate person (RN, Physician) of patient’s arrival and/or escorts patient to appropriate area.

  • Manages patient care flow.

  • Receives and addresses in-coming telephone calls; accurately records and routes messages as indicated.

  • Prepares and cleans treatment rooms before and after each patient.

  • Utilizes computer systems to obtain test results.

  • Orders and restocks clinical supplies including linen, dressings and instruments.

  • Maintains office equipment and initiates maintenance and repairs as necessary.

  • Performs and documents manufacturer’s recommended Preventative Maintenance procedures on testing instruments; monitors calibration dates as needed.

  • Schedules patient appointments.

  • Completes appropriate forms as required by the department.

  • Prepares patients for physician by interviewing patients regarding health problem and reviewing current medications.

  • Takes vital signs and other pertinent information as required by the department and documents in medical record.

  • Assists in examination room as needed.

  • Updates patient information such as medication lists, allergies, etc

  • Communicates all significant clinical findings to nurse.

  • Processes electronic prescriptions as directed by a physician.

  • Performs electrocardiograms as directed by a physician.

  • Assists with patient education.

  • Practices and has good understanding of infection control, standard precautions and personnel safety.

  • Provides healthcare services in own job category to the following age groups: adults and geriatrics.

  • Assists with orientation and training of new employees/volunteers, as assigned.



Department Specific Competencies



    Education

    DegreeProgramHigh School Diploma/GED or Higher EducationGeneral Studies
    Additional Information

    Experience

    Number of Years ExperienceType of Experience1Experience in Medical Office or Hospital, Cardiology preferred.
    Additional InformationN/A

    License / Certification Requirements

    CNA Certificate or EMT CertificationMedical Assistant Certificate

    Compensation Range: 

    $24.00 - 31.73/hr

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