Requisition Number	12608-09
Status	Part Time (Between 20 & 29 hrs/wk)
Location	National City, CA 91950
Relevant Work Experience	1 Year
Education Level	Certification
Career Level	Professional

General position objectives
Perform selected nursing and administrative/clerical duties that assist in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management under the direction of a physician. These duties are delegated in relation to the individual's degree of training, in accordance with the objectives and policies of the organization and respective state laws governing such action and activities.

Work environment and conditions
Work is performed in a clinical office environment. Involves frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, blood borne pathogens and other conditions common to a medical center environment. Contact may involve dealing with angry, upset or uneasy people. May also do on-site medical care as needed.

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Perform selected nursing and administrative duties.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
• Administer injections and applies dressings as instructed.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and exams.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Order and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment.
• Maintain patient files, record and other information.
• Compile and condense technical and statistical data for reports and records.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Maintain appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with Supervisors, staff and patients to ensure coordinated efforts and provision of high quality service.
• Utilize formal channels of communication to report concerns, personal requests and patient issues.
• Respect patients' rights to privacy and confidentiality.
• Maintain an orderly and professional working atmosphere.
• Report to work properly dressed according to the approved dress code.
• Adhere to guidelines concerning working hours and break periods.
• Manage time effectively to complete all patient treatments and related activities as assigned.
• Maintain professional standards and procedures ensuring compliance with Corporate policies and with applicable regulations.
• Adjust to quality assurance policies and procedures concerning all physical therapy issues.
• Maintain equipment in a clean and safe condition at all times.
• Perform related clerical duties such as filing and scheduling patients as required.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty.
• Demonstrate support to others by offering help.
• Assist in the solution of problems as directed by Supervisor..
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements

• Education:Knowledge and skills usually acquired through courses imparted by an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certificate/License:Certification obtained from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Experience:None required; however, previous experience in a medical setting is desirable