Medical Assistant III, Orthopaedic Surgery

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Santa Monica
Jan 10, 2025
Description The Santa Monica Hospital is seeking to hire a full-time Medical Assistant III to join the Orthopaedic Surgery Department. You will provide clinical and technical support assisting the physicians in the provision of medical care to patients. Primary duties include: Interviewing patients, take vital signs, room patients for providers, and record services in patients' charts Updating and verifying patients' medical history Assisting in cast, braces, and splint application and removal Providing basic DME fitting, ultrasound, or other procedure set up and support Rooming and discharging of patients Appointment scheduling Required to float to all UCLA Orthopaedic Surgery Clinics as needed. Salary Range: $28.06/hr - $37.02 Qualifications Valid Medical Assistant Certification from AAMA BLS (CPR) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association Ability to work with the physical demands of standing 80% of the day, lifting limbs of patients, and other clinical needs Minimum 2-years of experience working in medical office Prior experience working with Orthopaedic patients Previous experience with cast/splinting (preferred) Knowledge of CPT and ICD 10 codes for billing Knowledge and ability to practice aseptic techniques when assisting with procedures and wound care Working knowledge of medical terminology Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing