Back Office Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Assistant - Laguna Woods

Position Overview Seeking an experienced Back Office Medical Assistant to directly support the highest-volume provider in a thriving, highly reputable orthopedic practice. In this key role, you will work 1-on-1 with a surgeon-managing clinic flow two days a week and assisting with procedures, cast/splint removals, and heavy administrative coordination on surgery days. This is a Contract-to-Hire opportunity with a growing practice known for excellent patient reviews.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary, dedicated Back Office Medical Assistant to a high-volume provider.

• Clinical & Procedure Support: Room patients, take vitals, and set up procedure rooms. Assist provider during in-office procedures, pass instruments/gloves, and perform splint and cast removals.

• Administrative Coordination: Handle heavy administrative tasks to support the provider, including calling patients, checking primary care physician (PCP) clearances, monitoring emails, responding to patient calls/messages, and preparing/updating clinical notes.

• Clinic Operations: Ensure exam room computers are logged in and ready for the provider; occasionally float to nearby sister clinics (Fountain Valley, Irvine, Los Alamitos) if rarely needed.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Back Office Medical Assistant.

• Proven background working in a high-volume, multi-provider outpatient clinic environment.

• Medical Assistant Diploma / Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

• National Certification (NCMA or CCMA) is a strong plus.

• Prior experience in Orthopedics, specifically with cast and splint removal, is highly desirable.

• Familiarity or experience with Aprima EMR.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch).

Compensation

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience (Contract-to-Hire; direct conversion upon reaching required hours) .

Benefits

• Weekly Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance.

Additional Details for Candidates

• Attire: Plain scrubs in standard colors (Black, Navy Blue, or Charcoal/Grey recommended).

• Languages: English (No secondary language required).

  Medical Assistant - Southern California (Base location with rare floating to Fountain Valley, Irvine, or Los Alamitos)

  Position Overview Seeking an experienced Back Office Medical Assistant to directly support the highest-volume provider in a thriving, highly reputable orthopedic practice. In this key role, you will work 1-on-1 with a surgeon-managing clinic flow two days a week and assisting with procedures, cast/splint removals, and heavy administrative coordination on surgery days. This is a Contract-to-Hire opportunity with a growing practice known for excellent patient reviews.

  Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary, dedicated Back Office Medical Assistant to a high-volume provider.

• Clinical & Procedure Support: Room patients, take vitals, and set up procedure rooms. Assist provider during in-office procedures, pass instruments/gloves, and perform splint and cast removals.

• Administrative Coordination: Handle heavy administrative tasks to support the provider, including calling patients, checking primary care physician (PCP) clearances, monitoring emails, responding to patient calls/messages, and preparing/updating clinical notes.

• Clinic Operations: Ensure exam room computers are logged in and ready for the provider; occasionally float to nearby sister clinics (Fountain Valley, Irvine, Los Alamitos) if rarely needed.

• Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Back Office Medical Assistant.

• Proven background working in a high-volume, multi-provider outpatient clinic environment.

• Medical Assistant Diploma / Certificate.

• Preferred Qualifications

• National Certification (NCMA or CCMA) is a strong plus.

• Prior experience in Orthopedics, specifically with cast and splint removal, is highly desirable.

• Familiarity or experience with Aprima EMR.

• Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch).

• Compensation

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience (Contract-to-Hire; direct conversion upon reaching required hours) .

• Benefits

• Weekly Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance.

• Additional Details for Candidates

  • Attire: Plain scrubs in standard colors (Black, Navy Blue, or Charcoal/Grey recommended).

  • Languages: English (No secondary language required).

For California Applicants:

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).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. 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.

Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.

Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?

Company Description

Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.\r\n\r\nOur commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?