Medical Assistant, Barrington

Job Summary: The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting both clinical and administrative operations within an acute care hospital setting. Key functions include rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, and managing front-office duties to ensure efficient patient flow. The role requires a dedicated professional capable of facilitating patient scheduling, obtaining authorizations, and providing high-quality care support. Location:Santa Monica, California, United States Responsibilities: - Room patients and prepare them for clinical examinations. - Check and accurately record patient vital signs. - Answer incoming phone calls and address patient inquiries. - Assist with scheduling patients for medical procedures and imaging. - Obtain and process necessary medical authorizations. Required Skills&Certifications: - Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. - National Certification as a Medical Assistant (acceptable certifications include AAMA, AMT, AMCA, NCCT, or NHA). - Active and unencumbered certification (pending licenses or certifications are not accepted). Preferred Skills&Certifications: - Prior experience working in an acute care hospital environment. - Familiarity with electronic medical record charting systems. Special Considerations: - Position is located in a 266-bed acute care hospital. - Requested Time Off (RTO) restrictions apply and must be noted at the time of submittal. - Local candidates are accepted. - Immediate start date is required. Scheduling: - Work schedule and shift assignments are determined based on facility needs.,