Medical Assistant - Back Office

Actalent; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Medical Assistant - Multi-Specialty in Lynwood, CA 90262 for a contract-to-hire role. The position supports women’s health, family practice, and pediatrics in a fast-paced back office, with extensive training and growth opportunities.

The role requires a MA diploma, bilingual Spanish proficiency, and 6+ months of back office experience, with hands-on front and back office duties and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish required.
• MA diploma required.
• 6+ months back office experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks and manage lab instrumentation.
• Conduct insurance verification and documentation processes.
• Handle referrals efficiently.
• Utilize Athena EMR systems for patient data management.
• Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of lab equipment.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Athena EMR

NextGen

Lab instrumentation

Administrative skills

Education

MA diploma

Tools

Athena EMR

NextGen

Job description

• Bilingual in Spanish

Job Title: Medical Assistant - Multi-Specialty

Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced back office setting supporting women's health, family practice, and pediatrics. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in both front and back office operations. Ideal for entry‑level candidates who are driven, sharp, and eager to learn, this position provides valuable training and skill development for a career in the healthcare industry.

What's In It For You

• Gain experience in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple specialties
• Back Office experience
• Extensive training program with opportunity for growth

Requirements

• Bilingual in Spanish
• MA diploma
• 6+ months of back office experience

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks and manage lab instrumentation.
• Conduct insurance verification and documentation processes.
• Handle referrals efficiently.
• Utilize Athena EMR systems for patient data management.
• Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of lab equipment.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in lab instrumentation and sterilization procedures.
• Experience with Athena EMR and Nextgen systems.
• Bilingual in Spanish, with the ability to read, write, and speak fluently.
• Strong administrative skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in a women's health setting is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment.
• Flexibility to work at different locations as needed.

Work Environment

Work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting where many patients are Spanish-speaking. Flexibility is required to work at either the Van Nuys or Plaza locations. The environment is supportive of entry‑level candidates, providing excellent training and opportunities for skill development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lynwood, CA 90262.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lynwood, CA 90262.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lynwood,CA 90262.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.