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Medical Assistant- Santa Monica Rheumatology
- Location
- Santa Monica
- Compensation
- $31.24 - 41.22 Hourly
- Posted
- 3D AGO
About the role
General Information
Work Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Posted Date 11/09/2026 Salary Range: $31.24 - 41.22 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration Indefinite Job # 33923Primary Duties and Responsibilities
As a Medical Assistant in the Endocrinology/Diabetes Center, you will work under the direct supervision of physicians and nurse practitioners to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory clinic environment. You will support patients with endocrine and metabolic conditions by assisting with clinical assessments, coordinating care, performing routine clinical procedures, documenting patient information in the electronic medical record, and helping ensure a seamless patient experience. The Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting providers, educating patients, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.- Room patients and obtain accurate vital signs, patient history, medication information, and other clinical data.
- Prepare patients and exam rooms for provider visits, examinations, and procedures.
- Document patient care activities accurately in the EPIC/Care Connect electronic medical record.
- Perform point-of-care testing, specimen collection, venipuncture, EKGs, and other clinical procedures within scope of practice.
- Administer medications and injections as directed and within established policies and procedures.
- Assist providers with examinations, treatments, and specialty procedures.
- Support patient education related to treatment plans, testing, medications, and follow-up care.
- Monitor and respond to patient needs, recognizing and reporting changes in patient condition.
- Coordinate referrals, prescription refill requests, diagnostic testing, and follow-up appointments.
- Maintain exam rooms, clinical equipment, supplies, and quality control logs in accordance with department and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and administrative staff to promote efficient clinic operations and an excellent patient experience.
Job Qualifications
1. A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows- Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or
- Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
- 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.
2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
3. BLS from ARC or AHA
4. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
5. Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
6. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
7. Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
8. Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
9. Knowledge of medical terminology.
10. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
11. Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
12. Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
13. Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
14. Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
15. Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
16. Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
17. Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
18. Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
19. 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.
20. Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
21. Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
22. Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
23. Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
24. Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
25. Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
26. Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.
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