Certified Medical Assistant - FT

Imperial Valley Family Care Medical Group; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Valley Family Care Medical Group is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a fast-paced El Centro, CA office. You will greet patients, document histories, take vital signs, assist with exams, and handle EKGs, injections, and phlebotomy under physician direction.

You will also manage EMR entries, prescriptions, and patient communications while maintaining HIPAA compliance and clinical workflows.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant certification from CCBMA, AMT or AAMA is required.
• Minimum 1 year Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of EKGs, vital signs, injections, and phlebotomy required.
• EMR experience with healthcare software recommended.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for examination; document medical histories and vital signs.
• Document encounters, physician notes, and treatment plans in EHR/EMR systems.
• Assist physicians during exams and procedures in a team-based setting.
• Perform EKGs, injections, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and med administration as directed.
• Process electronic prescriptions and refills per physician orders and clinic protocols.
• Prepare exam rooms, manage supplies, ensure equipment cleanliness and operability.
• Complete medical records, referrals, prior authorizations, and other documentation accurately.
• Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and staff; maintain HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

EMR experience (eClinicalWorks)

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Multitasking skills

Education

Certified Medical Assistant certification (CCBMA/AMT/AAMA)

Tools

eClinicalWorks (eCW)

Job description

Job Location: Mohsen El Ramah - El Centro, CA 92243, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly,

Qualifications: We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide both clinical and administrative support to physicians while delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced medical office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet and prepare patients for examination by obtaining and documenting medical histories, vital signs, and other pertinent information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Accurately document patient encounters, physician notes, and treatment plans in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and procedures using a collaborative, team-based approach to patient care.
• Perform clinical procedures including EKGs, injections, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and medication administration as directed by the physician.
• Assist with electronic prescription processing and medication refills in accordance with physician orders and clinic protocols.
• Prepare examination rooms, maintain clinical supplies, and ensure equipment is clean and operational.
• Complete medical records, referrals, prior authorizations, and other clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA, OSHA, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant certification through CCBMA, AMT, or AAMA required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of EKGs, vital signs, injections, and phlebotomy required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR); eClinicalWorks (eCW) experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment.