Certified Medical Assistant

The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services invites motivated and career-focused individuals to apply for the position of Certified Medical Assistant. If you're actively working toward meeting the minimum qualifications, you are still encouraged to submit an application and be considered.

This opportunity is open to everyone. Applicants from all backgrounds and organizations are welcome to apply. We are looking for the best talent to join our team.

March 4, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. (PT) - Continuous

We will continue accepting applications until we determine that they are no longer necessary. We may close the application filing window without prior notice.

The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its unified system of 23 health centers and four hospitals—and an expanded network of community partner clinics—DHS annually provides direct care for over 500,000 outstanding patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $8.4 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of healthcare options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate as you reach your fullest personal and professional potential.  to see comprehensive information regarding County employee benefits.

DHS is seeking dedicated Certified Medical Assistants to join our team. Whether working in community clinics or hospitals, this is your opportunity to grow your career while serving diverse communities across LA County.

Assists licensed medical staff in the examination, treatment, and care of patients at an outpatient clinic under the supervision of a physician.

• Following specific procedures, scope of practice, and instructions from licensed medical staff.
• Prepares patients for examination procedures, including escorting them to exam rooms, interviewing them to obtain basic medical information, recording their medical histories, and taking their vital signs, weight, and height.
• Prepares treatment rooms, including setting equipment based on the procedure or purpose of examination and keeping the rooms neat and clean.
• Assists physicians with procedures, such as preparing and handing instruments/materials and shaving and disinfecting treatment sites.
• Performs venipuncture or skin puncture to draw blood; administers limited intradermal, subcutaneous, or intramuscular injections; performs skin tests; and administers medication by inhalation, orally, sublingually, topically, vaginally, or rectally.
• Performs non-invasive screening tests, including electrocardiogram, electroencephalogram, and plethysmography.
• Collects non-invasive specimens (e.g., urine, sputum, semen, and stool), logs them, and prepares them for testing.
• Performs simple laboratory tests that are typically performed in a medical office.
• Applies and removes bandages and dressings; applies orthopedic appliances; removes casts, splints, and other external devices; selects and adjusts crutches; removes sutures or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations; performs ear lavage; and performs other non-invasive procedures.
• Provides information and instruction to patients and assists in educating, teaching, and encouraging the development of essential health habits and preventive care.
• Greets patients at the reception desk or counter, answers phones, schedules appointments, completes appropriate forms or records, files, retrieves documents and assists patients in ambulation and transfers.
• Coordinates and maintains inventory control for medical and laboratory supplies and materials to ensure the efficient flow of operations. Stocks and orders supplies as necessary.
• Assists with care coordination tasks and activities.
• Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in an emergency.

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