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 Medical Assistant responsible for supporting clinical care and ensuring efficient patient flow. The role involves recording patient data, managing electronic health records (EHR), coordinating imaging, and maintaining effective communication with patients and staff.


Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently escort patients to exam rooms and maintain a professional clinic environment.
• Accurately record patient vital signs and primary complaints.
• Reconcile current patient medications and update allergy profiles within the EHR.
• Utilize EPIC to maintain accurate patient records and manage daily schedules.
• Request external imaging and upload reports/disks for provider review.
• Manage a high volume of calls, including chart preparation and patient inquiries.
• Ensure all outside records, labs, and imaging are updated before patient arrival.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Diploma (Certification required within 60 days).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• High School Diploma.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy practice.
• EPIC experience preferred.
• Orthopedic or specialty experience is a plus.

Skills

• Proficiency in EPIC and EHR management.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle high volume of calls.

Additional Requirements


Medical Assistant Diploma required (certification needs to be obtained within 60 days).


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


All applications are subject to a background check in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.


* 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.