You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our client. The primary responsibilities include greeting patients, assisting with registration and scheduling, supporting physicians during examinations, and conducting onsite lab testing. The role involves providing excellent customer service and maintaining clean examination rooms.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet patients and assist with registration, scheduling, measuring vital signs, and collecting health history.
- Returning calls and answering MyChart messages.
- Provide support to physicians during examinations, minor office surgeries, dressing changes, and other first aid procedures.
- Assist with immunizations or injections if certified.
- Assist patients with prescription requests, address pharmacy callbacks, provider orders, and update charting and filing.
- Conduct onsite lab testing, including EKG, pulmonary function, blood glucose, and urine pregnancy tests.
- Maintain clean, warm, and inviting examination rooms for patient visits.
- Provide excellent customer service exemplifying values.
- Occasional travel to assist other local clinics may be required.
Qualifications
- Preferred certification: CMA, CCMA, or RMA.
- Certification Tests: American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Healthcareer Association (NHA), American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
Experience
- 0-1 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to support physicians and perform minor procedures.
- Proficiency in conducting onsite lab tests.
Additional Requirements
- Some travel to assist other local clinics may be required.
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.
