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 for a contract-to-hire position in the healthcare field. This role involves a blend of administrative and clinical duties, providing essential support in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be bilingual and possess a strong commitment to patient care and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide front desk coverage and support.
• Manage patient referrals.
• Perform vital signs, medication dispensing, and urine tests (no advanced testing).
• Assist with rooming patients and drawing medications.
• Execute clinical and clerical work as needed based on volume and capacity.
• Ensure all assigned tasks are completed efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
• Willingness to be cross-trained for both administrative and clinical duties.
• Possession of a Medical Assistant diploma or certification, or relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Strong multitasking abilities.
• Patience and professionalism to handle rude patients.
• Flexibility for multi-site travel as needed.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience OR a Medical Assistant diploma or certification.
• Consideration for candidates with medical receptionist experience who also possess some clinical background.

Skills

• Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Customer service
• Multitasking
• Patience and professionalism
• Ability to perform vital signs, rooming, drawing medications, and urine tests.
• Proficiency in both clinical and clerical support tasks.

Education

• Medical Assistant diploma or certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Additional Requirements

• No floating required during shifts.
• Ability to work within hours of 8 AM to 6 PM, with shifts not exceeding 8 hours per day.
• Flexibility required for travel to various site locations.
• Mandatory 2-week training period at a designated training facility.
• This is a contract-to-hire position with a strong preference to retain good employees.

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.

Medix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

^*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.