Medical Assistant I, Specialty Clinics

Work Location: Irvine, California

About the role

The Medical Assistant I (MA I) is an unlicensed healthcare professional who performs routine technical services within the medical practice settings under the supervision of the physician and the department’s leadership staff. The associate in this role possesses knowledge and skills to function efficiently in the back office and/or front office.

Pay

Pay Range Minimum $23.00, Midpoint $28.77, Maximum $34.54. Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Schedule

Day shift – 08 hours

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate patient care depending on age, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards.
• Advance care through development of new ideas and technology.
• Promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission, understanding, and exceeding patient and family expectations.
• Speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job.
• Use computer systems and software relevant to the role.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited vocational school having successfully completed requirements for Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Medical Assistant Diploma.
• Proficient in medical terminology.
• Previous work experience or externship in a healthcare setting (preferred).
• Bilingual in English/Spanish (preferred).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• High energy level with functional demand rated as medium.
• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
• Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs (e.g., patients on bed or stretcher).
• Lateral transfer of 150-200 lbs (e.g., patient).
• Physical activities include: bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion, pinching/fine motor activities, push/pull, reaching forward, reaching overhead, sitting, squat/kneel/crawl, standing, talking or hearing, twisting, walking, wrist position deviation.
• Lifting requirements: occasional (0-35%) lifting from floor to waist level and waist level and above.
• Sensory requirements: color discrimination, depth perception, far vision, hearing, near vision.
• Environmental exposure: airborne communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, dust particulate matter, extreme noise levels, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations.

Benefits

CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.