Medical Assistant

Nexus HR Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Vision

Medical

401(k)

Paid Leave

Job summary

Nexus HR Services seeks a Medical Assistant to support a busy primary care clinic in Los Angeles. The role combines clinical tasks with front-office duties, including venipuncture and patient documentation in the EMR.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant diploma, active CPR/BLS, and at least 1 year of MA and lab experience. Bilingual in English and Spanish is required, with ability to work across multiple clinic locations.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of MA and lab experience is required.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Medical Assistant diploma required.
• Active CPR/BLS Certification.
• Experience with front- and back-office duties and EMR systems.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care by assisting providers, preparing patients for exams and procedures, taking vital signs, and documenting information in the EMR.
• Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures in compliance with California regulations, verifying patient identity with at least two identifiers, monitoring for adverse reactions, and following infection control protocols.
• Handle, label, process, store, and prepare specimens for transport while maintaining specimen integrity, accuracy, and chain-of-custody.
• Manage administrative tasks including patient registration, scheduling, appointment changes, insurance verification, authorizations, billing support, and maintaining accurate medical records.
• Ensure clinic and lab rooms are clean, stocked, and properly prepared; maintain equipment, perform opening/closing duties, and keep compliance logs up to date.
• Assist in maintaining overall clinic safety and cleanliness. Work across multiple clinic locations as assigned and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Bilingual English/Spanish

CPR/BLS

EMR Proficiency

Teamwork

Vital Signs

Education

Medical Assistant diploma

Job description

Medical Assistant - Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $22 - $25 Hourly

Clinic Location: South Carondelet Street, Los Angeles, CA

**Nexus HR is seeking a Medical Assistant to support a busy primary care clinic in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate provides both clinical and administrative support while performing phlebotomy procedures in compliance with CDPH regulations.**

About the Job

The Medical Assistant will assist providers with exams and procedures, perform blood draws, manage patient records, and support daily clinic and laboratory operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care by assisting providers, preparing patients for exams and procedures, taking vital signs, and documenting information in the EMR system.

• Perform venipuncture and capillary (skin) punctures in compliance with California regulations, verifying patient identity with at least two identifiers, monitoring for adverse reactions, and following infection control protocols.

• Handle, label, process, store, and prepare specimens for transport while maintaining specimen integrity, accuracy, and chain-of-custody.

• Manage administrative tasks including patient registration, scheduling, appointment changes, insurance verification, authorizations, billing support, and maintaining accurate medical records.

• Ensure clinic and lab rooms are clean, stocked, and properly prepared; maintain equipment, perform opening/closing duties, and keep compliance logs up to date.

• Assist in maintaining overall clinic safety and cleanliness. Work across multiple clinic locations as assigned and perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications :

• At least 1 year of MA and lab experience is required

• Experience in phlebotomy is preferred

• Medical Assistant diploma required

• Active CPR/BLS Certification.

• Experienced in front office, back office, and laboratory operations.

• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Proficient with

• Knowledge of EMR systems and CDPH/CLIA/OSHA/HIPAA regulations

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

Benefits:

• Dental

• Vision

• Medical

• 401(k)

• Paid Leave