You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Primary Care team. In this role, you will collaborate with clinical staff to support primary care clinicians and patients. You will be a valuable resource for both patients and clinicians, acting as a care guide throughout the healthcare continuum. Your duties will include executing tasks and orders as delegated by clinicians to enhance patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients via telephone or other modalities within the primary care team, including callbacks to respond to patient needs.
• Gather and record health information, vitals, and health history for the provider and care team members.
• Provide healthcare support services according to clinic protocols and community practice standards.
• Coordinate general patient care to address all patient care needs.
• Handle communications regarding pharmacy, lab, referrals, and respond to inquiries from physicians, pharmacies, and patients.
• Collaborate with providers and clinical staff on quality initiatives.
• Foster teamwork, cooperation, respect, and diversity within the clinic environment.
• Maintain positive communication and professionalism with coworkers and patients.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
• Attend required training sessions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid and active MA certification/registration.
• 2+ years of experience in a Family/Primary Care setting or in Virtual & Telehealth environments.

Skills

• Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, innovative, and adaptable.
• Capable of working independently in a remote setting.
• Team player who can follow systems and protocols to achieve common goals.
• Strong judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.