Medical Assistant III

AltaMed Health Services; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings with company

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Flexible Spending

Career Advancement & Development

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Malpractice insurance and tail

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Corporate Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Pet Care Insurance

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services is seeking a Medical Assistant III to support direct patient care in our clinic setting in California. You will perform routine clinical procedures and provide essential clerical support to the care team, including injections, venipunctures, and medication administration.

The role requires a Medical Assistant diploma and a high school diploma or GED; BLS certification is required. Prior experience with elderly patients and bilingual abilities are preferred, with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with Medical Assistant diploma is required.
• California phlebotomist license is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience, preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with frail or elderly population, preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Valid BLS certification or higher required per AHA/Red Cross guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and perform routine procedures in the clinic setting.
• Administer IM/SC/ID injections, skin tests, medications, venipunctures, and blood specimen collection.
• Perform clerical and supportive duties as part of the care team.

Skills

Bilingual

BLS certification

Education

Medical Assistant diploma

California phlebotomist license (preferred)

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

Within the regulatory scope of practice, the medical assistant III assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures and technical and clerical supportive services in the clinic setting. The Medical Assistant III may administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, or intradermal injections, perform skin tests, administer oral medication, perform venipunctures, and perform skin punctures for blood specimens.

Minimum Requirements

• High School graduate or GED, along with a Medical Assistant diploma, is required.
• A California phlebotomist license is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience, preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

$27.25 - $32.02 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.