You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Company Information
Our client company is a prominent healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves maintaining patient records, assisting with patient visits, performing clinical tasks, and ensuring efficient office operations while providing excellent patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate patient records and update EHR systems
- Assist with prior authorizations, medication refill requests, and coordination of care as needed
- Room patients for both in-person and telemedicine visits
- Provide patient education, instructions, and post-visit guidance
- Assist healthcare providers during patient examinations and minor procedures
- Prepare and sanitize examination rooms, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
- Collect and document patient history and vital signs accurately
- Perform clinical tasks including specimen collection, injections, EKGs, and other duties within scope
- Assist with chart preparation, documentation, and coordination
- Provide exceptional customer service to patients and visitors
- Maintain and restock office and medical supplies as necessary
- Monitor Microsoft Teams and Athena chats and respond timely
Qualifications
- MA Diploma
- BLS certification
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Previous Athena experience (Preferred)
Skills
- Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced medical environment
- Familiarity with Microsoft Teams and Athena platforms for communication and record management
Education
- Medical Assistant Diploma
Additional Requirements
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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
Medix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. Medix will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For applicants in California, please note that Medix complies with the California Fair Chance Act in considering qualified applicants with criminal histories. All employment at Medix is contingent upon successfully completing a background check and drug screen. Please note that Medix does not sponsor employment visas.
*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.