Medical Assistant

Ventura County Occupational Medical Center (VCOMC) has a position available for a full-time Medical Assistant.  VCOMC specializes in Workers’ Compensation, Urgent Care, and Family Medicine.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Measure vital signs , obtain patients medical history,  and document information into EMR/EHR

·         Prepare patient for examination and treatment

·         Assist practitioners with procedures and patient care

·         Perform diagnostics tests (EKG, PFT, UA, etc.) ordered by practitioner

·         Urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol tests

·         Draw blood and administer immunizations , injections, or medications as directed by practitioner

·         Maintain clean exam rooms and keep supplies fully stocked

·         Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment

·         Order medical, laboratory, or office supplies

·         Answer phone calls and communicating with pharmacies or medical facilities to help facilitate orders or to obtain medical records

·         Calling pharmacies  or placing electronic orders for medication refill requests

·         Schedule appointments

·         Maintain patient confidentiality

·         Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications:

·         High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

·         Knowledge of  medical terminology

·         Medical Assistant certificate from an accredited school

·         Minimum 1 year experience as an Medical Assistant 

·         Current BLS/CPR certification

·         Bilingual in English and Spanish

·         Experience with EMR/EHR and knowledgeable in computer software applications

·         Professional verbal and written communication skills

·         Detail oriented