Medical Assistant

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients. Job Summary Our client is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical operations and patient care in a dynamic environment. The primary responsibilities include direct patient care, clinical support, laboratory services, and workflow coordination. The role aims to ensure efficient clinic operations and quality patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Direct Patient Care:

Rooms patients, captures vital signs, and documents medical history, allergies, and reasons for visit per nursing protocols.

Clinical Support:

Assists physicians with examinations and procedures while maintaining clear communication to ensure quality outcomes.

Laboratory Services:

Collects and prepares laboratory specimens for processing.

Workflow Coordination:

Monitors physician schedules and organizes patient flow to ensure timely visits.

Daily Oversight:

Serves as the primary point of contact for clinic operations, resolving immediate issues or escalating them to leadership.

Staff Supervision:

Leads front-line staff and delegates duties to ensure adherence to regulatory, billing, and customer service standards.

Quality Assurance:

Audits ordered tests for timely results and implements best practices in collaboration with healthcare teams.

Training & Compliance:

Conducts staff training, reviews care protocols, and enforces strict infection prevention guidelines.

Resource Management:

Monitors medical supplies and equipment functionality, reporting maintenance needs as required.

Strategic Alignment:

Acts as an accountable steward of the organizational mission, core values, and departmental goals.

General Support:

Performs other duties as assigned to support relationship-based care and clinic efficiency. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED MA Diploma BLS Experience 1+ years of experience in a relevant field Skills MA Certification Preferred Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Background Preferred Additional Requirements Schedule is Monday to Friday, 4x10s from 7:30am to 5:30pm. 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. • 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).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours. • 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.