Medical Assistant Lead - Neurology, Santa Monica

In this role, you will participate in the total patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and life-threatening emergencies. Act as a lead in the back office, assisting patient care, and maintain high standards of care in the community offices.

* BLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross * 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. * Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomatology and life threatening medical problems. * 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 a 12-lead EKG. * Ability to orient new staff and assist in the orientation of medical students and residents. * 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 appointments and encounter patients using the MCCS Appointment Scheduling/Encounter Registration Programs. * Knowledge 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 sigmoidscopies. * 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 be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record. Also, to work overtime in cases of emergency * Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service. * Skill and knowledge to maintain current Medical Assistant Certification * Knowledge and ability to assist and prepare and give performance evaluations * Knowledge and ability to effectively supervise back office personnel. * Knowledge and ability to assist in staff meetings and in-service sessions. * Knowledge and ability to perform Quality Assurance audits. * Knowledge to assist in annual staff training on Bloodborne Pathogens