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 Clinic Medical Assistant to provide comprehensive patient care and administrative support in a dynamic clinic environment, focusing on quality of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide patient care in the clinic, including rooming patients, taking vitals, administering injections, performing EKGs, and assisting with labs.
- Execute a variety of administrative tasks such as processing prior authorizations, managing in-basket messages from MyChart, facilitating medication refills, preparing charts, and handling phone calls.
- Assist with scheduling patient appointments.
- Prioritize quality of care over productivity in daily tasks.
Qualifications
- DOH Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or MA-C).
- BLS/CPR certification (must be from American Heart Association, Red Cross, or Military Training Network).
- Up-to-date vaccination attestation/documentation for COVID and Hep B.
- Background in Primary Care. Experience in OB/GYN or urgent care is also highly transferable.
Experience
- 3+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant; seeking candidates with demonstrated tenure and robust experience.
Skills
- Experience with EPIC/MyChart or other Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems (preferred).
- Background in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics (preferred).
- Phlebotomy experience is a plus, though not required as the clinic has in-house services.
Education
- DOH Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or MA-C).
- BLS/CPR (must be from American Heart Association, Red Cross, and Military Training Network).
Additional Requirements
- Standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break from 12–1 PM.
- Opportunity to work occasional extended hours (7 AM–7 PM) may be available at certain clinic locations.
- Initial on-boarding includes system logins, compliance training, and orientation, followed by 2–3 weeks of shadowing and training with MA trainers.
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.
Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.
*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.
