About Us iQ Health Team is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our rapidly expanding team. We support a variety of clinic environments, and we are seeking a Medical Assistant with experience in primary care. This is a great chance to build your career with a stable and growing organization committed to delivering exceptional, patient-first care. Position Summary As a Medical Assistant at our clinics, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth daily operation of our facilities. This position combines clinical support (back-office) and administrative tasks (front-office) to help our care team. While primarily located in Merced, CA , the role may require occasional assistance at nearby sites for training or support. Key Responsibilities Administrative/Front-Office Duties Greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and assist with check-in and registration. Verify insurance eligibility and coordinate with billing/insurance teams as needed. Maintain patient records, perform data entry for claims/transcriptions, and track inventory/supplies. Process prescription refill requests and assist with referrals. Adhere to legal/ethical standards in all administrative tasks. Clinical/Back-Office Duties Obtain and record vital signs, review patient history/chief complaint, prepare patients for examination. Assist providers with exams, perform routine screening tests, lab specimen collection, EKGs, basic lab work. Administer medications under provider authorization, change dressings, apply bandages. Maintain and sterilize instruments, monitor supplies, ensure a safe environment. Provide patient education on medications, disease management, home care instructions, and special diets. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED (required). Certified Medical Assistant (MA) credential (prefered). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Strong organizational and communication skills (required) Bilingual fluency in Spanish (preferred) Ability to adapt to a dynamic clinic environment and willingness to support other sites when needed (required) Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance 401K Life Insurance Paid time off and sick leave Professional development opportunities
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Certified Medical Assistant Certificate (Preferred)