Medical Scribe jobs in Ventura, CA

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting in examination and treatment of patients under direction of the Physician.

Exer Core Responsibilities

• Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.
• Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.
• An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.
• Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.
• Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.
• Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

Major Responsibilities 

Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.
 Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
 Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
 Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
 Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
 Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
 Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.
 Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
 Assist doctors with charting
 Chart auditing, CPT and ICD-9 review
 Venipunctures, EKG's, Vital Signs, Blood draws, and Injections 
Prep patients for examination and treatment, and assist during minor office procedures
 Prepare exam and treatment rooms (instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications 

Medical Assistant experience
 CPT I certification 
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.
 Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet
 Neat and professional appearance
 Effective written and verbal communication skills 
Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant

Working Conditions

Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.