Medical Assistant - Urgent Care

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 an Urgent Care Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves engaging with patients professionally, supporting clinical operations, and ensuring accurate medication administration while collaborating with fellow healthcare providers.


Key Responsibilities

• Patient Interaction:
  • Engage with patients, explaining prescribed medications, dosage instructions, and adverse reactions.
  • Guide patients on lifestyle modifications, preventive healthcare measures, and follow-up care.
  • Address patient questions and ensure they understand their treatment options.
• Clinical Responsibilities:
  • Conduct preliminary evaluations and perform clinical procedures such as taking vital signs and phlebotomy.
  • Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHRs) in compliance with privacy regulations.
• Medication Administration:
  • Administer medications under supervision, ensuring accurate preparation and understanding potential side effects.
• Collaboration with Clinical Team:
  • Communicate effectively with providers and healthcare professionals, collaborate on discharge plans, and support new team members.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant
• Minimum 1 year of experience
• BLS certification
• 1-2 years of patient triage experience in an urgent care or emergency department preferred
• Proficient in maintaining confidentiality and patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to learn Experity and other systems

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 employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.


* 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.


Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.


* 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.