Medical Assistant

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to support back office operations in a high-volume, fast-paced community health clinic. This role has a strong focus on HIV/STD testing, counseling, and phlebotomy, and serves underserved populations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural sensitivity, professionalism, and reliability while delivering high-quality patient care.

• Perform high-volume phlebotomy, including finger sticks, urine collection, and specimen processing.
• Provide client-centered pre- and post-test HIV counseling.
• Conduct HIV/STD risk assessments and deliver prevention and education counseling.
• Take and document vital signs, room patients, and prepare charts for provider review.
• Assist providers during examinations and medical procedures.
• Perform rapid HIV testing and support patients seeking related services.
• Maintain monthly equipment logs (e.g., glucometer, Hemocue, refrigerators).
• Support linkage to HIV primary care, including newly diagnosed and re-engaging patients.

• Assist with referral coordination, submission, and tracking.
• Support patient discharge processes and provide follow-up instructions.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in accordance with Quality Management and funder requirements.
• Ensure strict adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.

• Prepare and maintain clean, stocked, and organized exam rooms with appropriate sterile supplies.
• Collect patient medical histories and perform basic intake assessments.
• Perform urine dipsticks and point-of-care testing (e.g., hemoglobin, glucose).
• Assist clinical staff with patient care, treatment preparation, and wound care support.
• Support front office tasks as needed, including patient check-in, scheduling, and record maintenance.

• Medical Assistant experience in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in EMR systems and documentation
• Strong phlebotomy skills with ability to perform in a high-volume environment
• Knowledge of HIV/STD testing and counseling preferred
• Current BLS certification (if applicable)
• Strong patient care and customer service skills

• Experience working in community health or underserved populations
• Knowledge of HIV/STD prevention, risk reduction, and care linkage processes
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

• EMR proficiency
• Medical assisting
• Phlebotomy
• Patient care and documentation

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of West Hollywood, CA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in West Hollywood,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

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