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, a quick-growing company serving the senior population through a Medicare Advantage Value-Based Model, is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant. You will play a crucial role in a value-based care model, working alongside doctors in a retail-type clinic setting, focusing on building relationships with patients.


Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient intake by measuring and recording vital signs, interviewing patients, and collecting medical histories.
• Perform examinations, routine screenings, and phlebotomy.
• Engage with patients, report findings to primary care physicians, and process patient messages.
• Assist with patient dressings, apply first aid, and utilize CPR skills when necessary.
• Provide health coaching and perform EKGs, injections, and diabetic retinopathy screenings.
• Assist with administrative tasks, quality measures, and close Focus on Care Gaps.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Diploma required.
• 1 year of MA experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and EClinicalWorks or similar EMR experience.
• Ability to work with diverse populations including staff, providers, members, and vendors.
• Experience working with the elderly population is preferred.
• 6+ months of phlebotomy experience is highly desired.
• Value-Based Care experience is a plus.

Skills

• Strong phlebotomy skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Adaptable to organizational changes and willing to learn new methods.
• Punctuality for daily meetings starting at 8 am.

Schedule/Shift


Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm


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 and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices 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.