Medical Assistant - Front & Back Office (Float Pool)

PIH Health Hospital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Hospital in Los Angeles is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide versatile clinical support under supervision, with duties across front and back office. The role may require floating between departments and occasional travel, processing referrals, and maintaining accurate records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, strong English communication, basic math, and proficiency with EHR systems; BLS certification is

Qualifications

• Formal training indicated by high school diploma or equivalent and graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Minimum six months of front and back medical office experience required
• Two years of front and back medical office experience preferred
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License if hiring into Medical Assistant Float Pool
• Ability to maintain composure in fast-paced environments and strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant works under general supervision to perform a variety of procedures
• Fills in and performs patient-specific duties with knowledge of assigned tasks
• May float between departments and travel occasionally; processes referrals including HMO and PPO; maintains records and notifies parties of outcomes

Skills

Biophysical needs handling

Fast-paced environment

Verbal and written communication

Medical terminology

BLS certification

Adaptability

Visual acuity and motor coordination

Clinical skills

Basic math and cash handling

Computer skills (data entry, typing)

Honesty and dependability

EHR knowledge

Bilingual, Spanish preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and MA program certificate

Tools

Data entry

Typing

EHR systems

Job description

PIH Health Hospital in Los Angeles is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide versatile clinical support under supervision, with duties across front and back office. The role may require floating between departments and occasional travel, processing referrals, and maintaining accurate records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, strong English communication, basic math, and proficiency with EHR systems; BLS certification is