CMA Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a critical role in the nursing industry by providing both clinical and administrative assistance to healthcare professionals. They perform a wide range of tasks including recording patient history, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, administering medications, and ensuring the cleanliness of examination rooms. In addition, they handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing. For this reason, they are indispensable in ensuring the smooth running of healthcare facilities like hospitals and clinics.

To become a CMA, one must have graduated from an accredited medical assisting program, passed the CMA Certification Examination, and maintain their certification with continuing education. Important skills for a CMA include strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, technical skills, and a good understanding of medical terminology. Prior to becoming a CMA, an individual might have roles such as a medical secretary, a nursing assistant, or a phlebotomist; these positions provide valuable experience in both the administrative and clinical aspects of healthcare.

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA / CNA / LPN) - Granada Hills

  • Vironix AI
  • San Fernando, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Fernando, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

sign anomalies are detected (e.g., dangerously high blood pressure) The more efficiently you work, the more you earn Can be done from home (8 AM5 PM) or on-site Bucket 2 Patient Enrollment (On-Site...

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Certified Medical Assistant (Marengo)

  • Clinica Monsenor Oscar A. Romero
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities: Take and record vital signs; report abnormal findings to provider....

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Medical Assistant/Certified

  • LE01 Whitman Hospital & Medical Clinics
  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Rewarding career. Competitive salary. Outstanding benefits. The Medical Assistant promotes and restores patient health by assisting in the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and...

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Certified Medical Assistant

  • United Surgical Partners International
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Obtains and records patient vital signs, provides nutritional intake and reports results and observations....

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Medical Assistant (Certified or Non-Certified) (Van Nuys)

  • Clinica Monsenor Oscar A. Romero
  • Van Nuys, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Responsibilities: Take and record vital signs; report abnormal findings to provider....

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Certified Medical Assistant

  • Infusion For Health
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Greet patients, obtain medical history and vital signs, and record information in electronic health records Prepare infusion suites for patient visits and assist with exams and...

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TEMP - Medical Assistant (Certified or Non-Certified) (Alvarado)

  • Clinica Monsenor Oscar A. Romero
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Take and record vital signs; report abnormal findings to provider....

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Medical Assistant- Certified Nursing Assistant- Pharm Tech (Pasadena, CA)

  • Profound Research
  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

. · Experience performing some clinical assessments, including but not limited to obtaining vital signs, EKGs, blood draws, processing/shipping lab specimens. · Excellent attention to detail, organization...

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Certified Medical Assistant

  • County of Los Angeles
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 90+ days ago

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Salary for CMA Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Highest Education Level

CMAs in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
Associate's Degree
23.5%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
High School or GED
16.4%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CMAs in Los Angeles, CA
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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