What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Huntington Hospital?
About Our Philosophy
Huntington Hospital's values drive our commitment to compassionate community care. With a history spanning over 129 years, we've grown from a small 16-bed hospital to a nationally recognized healthcare leader with 619 beds.
Our Mission
We strive to provide equitable, high-quality care to all members of our community by embracing differences and fostering a sense of belonging for patients and employees alike.
Your Impact
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to enact change that continuously improves our ability to deliver world-class care with kindness and dignity to those who need it most.
Job Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant is responsible for:
- Positive patient relations and proper telephone communication
- Verification of patient information through interviewing and confirming purpose of visit
- Preparing patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting patient history summary
- Appointment scheduling and routine duties associated with collecting and maintaining current patient demographics and insurance information
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- A High School Diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting (1 year preferred)
- Certifications such as Current Medical Assistant Certification and Basic Life Support Provider issued by The American Heart Association
Preferred Qualifications
We also prefer candidates with:
- Associate Degree or College Diploma
- Current Certified Registered Medical Assistant issued by California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants
About You
As a Medical Assistant at Huntington Hospital, you'll possess:
- Technical skills including proficiency in software and hardware
- Demonstrated expertise in medical insurance, referral processes, and benefit plans
- Excellent communication and typing skills, with knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Work Details
This full-time position requires:
- Regular days, with occasional flexibility
- Typical hours worked: [insert specific hours]
