Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant (Primary Care / Value-Based Care)

Location: Las Vegas, NV (West Lake Mead area)

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (No weekends, PRN, or late starts/early outs)

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: $19.00 – $23.00/hour (commensurate with experience)

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a rapidly growing, patient-centered healthcare organization dedicated to transforming primary care for the senior population (ages 60+). Operating out of modern, accessible retail-style neighborhood centers rather than traditional, high-volume medical plazas, this organization utilizes a Value-Based Care model.

With 45-minute appointment slots, providers and care teams have the time to truly connect with patients, build lasting relationships, and deliver proactive, comprehensive care. If you are a compassionate, adaptable Medical Assistant who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced clinic environment, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Intake & Clinical Support: Greet and room patients, conduct thorough patient interviews, review medical histories, and measure/record vital signs.

• Diagnostic Testing & Procedures: Perform phlebotomy/lab draws, EKGs, diabetic retinopathy screenings (training provided), and administer injections.

• Wound Care & First Aid: Change patient dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures, and assist with routine examinations and screenings under physician supervision.

• Care Coordination & Quality Measures: Assist with pre-visit planning, closing care gaps (FOCS), administering screenings (such as PHQ-9), and processing urgent/stat referrals.

• Patient Engagement & Health Coaching: Actively listen to patients to identify changing health needs, report findings to the Primary Care Provider (PCP), and provide ongoing health coaching and follow-up calls.

• Administrative & EMR Management: Manage clinic inboxes, faxes, and patient phone messages (returning and routing calls promptly) while maintaining accurate, compliant documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Education/Credentials: Medical Assistant Diploma or MA Certification (proof required).

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience working as a Medical Assistant.

• Technical Skills: Experience working with eClinicalWorks (eCW), Athena, or a similar Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Reliability: Strong punctuality - daily team huddles begin promptly at 8:00 AM.

Preferred Qualifications

• Phlebotomy: 6+ months of strong phlebotomy and lab experience is highly desired.

• Patient Population: Prior experience working with geriatric/senior patients.

• Care Model: Familiarity with Value-Based Care environments and quality metrics.

Who Thrives Here (Soft Skills & Culture)

• Team-First Mentality: This is a busy, lean clinic where everyone pitches in - you are eager to help teammates even when it’s not "your" patient.

• Adaptable & Growth-Oriented: As a fast-growing organization, workflows and training evolve quickly; you bring a positive attitude and willingness to learn new approaches.

• Compassionate Communicator: High emotional intelligence, patience, and genuine enjoyment in building trust with senior patients and their families.

Why Apply?

• Work-Life Balance: Predictable Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM schedule with no nights or weekends.

• Career Growth: Temp-to-hire opportunity with a clear path to permanent employment and advancement as the organization expands.

• Meaningful Impact: Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team where you have the time to make a real difference in patients' lives.

*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).

*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.