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 dedicated Medical Assistant responsible for ensuring efficient patient care in a clinical setting. The role involves direct patient care, clerical duties, and supporting physicians during procedures. Additionally, the Medical Assistant is tasked with maintaining clinical environments, ensuring compliance with health standards, and facilitating patient appointments and follow-ups.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Assist with patient care including scheduling, accompanying patients to exam rooms, and preparing for exams.
• Manage clerical tasks such as handling patient records, scheduling, and processing medical forms.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sterilized.
• Support the organization by promoting patient rights and handling emergencies appropriately.
• Facilitate check-out processes and assist patients with orders and referrals.
• Provide telephone support, schedule appointments, and ensure registration forms are complete.
• Prepare electronic charts with necessary documentation for upcoming appointments.
• Handle transcription of physician voice recordings and manage data entry tasks.
• Submit billing data with accuracy, ensuring correct coding, and maintain confidential records.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
• Medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a community college course in medical assisting.
• BLS certification.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of back office MA experience.
• Preferred: National certification for registered medical assistant (NCCT) or certified assistant through AAMA.
• Bilingual communication skills.

Schedule / Shift

Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm

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.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

As required by the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

^*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.