Medical Assistant

8 WEEK CONTRACT - POSSIBLE EXTENSION

Public - Responsibilities

Duties:

• Front Office Duties

• Greet and check-in patients in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Verify demographics, insurance, eligibility, and authorizations.
• Schedule, reschedule, and confirm appointments.
• Process patient payments and maintain accurate records.
• Answer incoming calls and manage patient inquiries.
• Monitor provider schedules and assist with appointment optimization.
• Coordinate referrals and obtain required documentation.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Assist with patient portal enrollment and support.

Back Office Duties

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medication reconciliation, and medical history updates.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain clinical supplies.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures.
• Perform point-of-care testing as applicable.
• Administer injections, immunizations, and treatments within scope of practice.
• Process laboratory specimens and diagnostic orders.
• Complete care gap documentation and quality program requirements.
• Document accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure infection prevention and safety protocols are followed.
• Support chronic care management and value-based care initiatives.

Public - Required Skills

• Must Medical Assistant diploma, MA certification not required
• 2+ year experience working as a medical assistant
• Customer service experience
• Front/Back office experience
• EKGs
• Be Familiar with Insurance
• Ok to float between front and back office
• ok to cover other clinics in Whittier, Hacienda, or Downey locations as needed

Public - Preferred Skills

• Bilingual (Spanish speaker) is a strong plus.

Public - Schedule/Shift

Monday - Friday 8am-4:00pm

*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.