Medical Assistant

Job Summary
As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for nursing and administrative duties related to patient care management, including preparing patients for examination and treatment, taking vital signs, and maintaining medical records. You will work closely with physicians and assist in their daily functions, ensuring optimal patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Frequently perform nursing and administrative duties related to patient care management.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment, taking vital signs and updating medical records.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Administer injections and assist in applying splints and dressings.
• Assist medical providers in preparing for surgical procedures, physicals, and Pap smears.
• Verify patient information by date of birth and full name.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MA diploma or certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred experience in Pulmonology/Sleep.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in electronic medical records.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

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.

For California Applicants:

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).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. 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.