Certified 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 dedicated Certified Medical Assistant who will play a crucial role in assisting patients via telephone or other modalities, collecting health information, and supporting overall patient care coordination. This role involves working within a primary care team to ensure comprehensive health support services for both adult and pediatric patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients via telephone or other modalities as part of the primary care team, including responding to patient needs.
• Collect health information, vitals, and other history to be shared with providers and care team members.
• Provide health care support services as per clinic protocols and community practice standards.
• Support patient care coordination for all patient care needs.
• Handle calls and correspondence regarding pharmacy, lab, referrals, or other pertinent questions.
• Actively manage quality initiatives with providers and clinical care staff.
• Create and support an environment fostering teamwork, cooperation, respect, and diversity.
• Maintain positive communication and professional demeanor with co-workers and patients.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
• Attend required training as requested.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or the equivalent.
• Currently holds a valid and active CMA certification/registration.
• 2+ years experience working as a CMA.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience working as a Certified Medical Assistant.

Skills

• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to foster teamwork and maintain a professional demeanor.

Additional Requirements

• 4x10 Hour Shifts with 1 weekend every 3 weeks.

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.

Required Employment/Compliance Language

Medix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

* 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.