Medical Assistant Lead

SCAN Health Plan; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Health coverage (Medical, Dental, V is

Job summary

myPlace Health in Compton, CA is hiring a Lead Medical Assistant to support the PACE program. The role includes intake, preparing participants for visits, performing clinical tasks, and documenting accurately in the EMR while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

The position emphasizes leadership and mentorship with a focus on safe, high-quality patient care in a center-based setting. Onsite work offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• MA certification required.
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of experience preferred.
• Experience with clinical intake and injections.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, records vital signs, and weights.
• Draws blood and administers injections.
• Prepares participants for visits and documents in EMR.
• Maintains clean exam rooms and stocks supplies.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring to staff.

Skills

Patient interviewing

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Injections

EMR documentation

Team leadership

Administrative tasks

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

## Medical Assistant LeadApply: Compton, CA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR3804myPlace Health is built around a simple but powerful belief: older adults deserve the support they need to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own communities. As a PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) organization backed by SCAN Group, myPlace Health brings together customized medical care, social activities, and daily support for participants and their families – all under one roof.Our centers are more than healthcare facilities. They are vibrant community hubs where participants are known by name, valued, and supported as whole people. Behind that experience is a dedicated, interdisciplinary team working together to coordinate care, remove barriers, and improve quality of life for some of the most medically and socially complex populations.For employees, myPlace Health offers the opportunity to do deeply meaningful work in a highly collaborative setting. Team members are encouraged to contribute innovative ideas, and grow alongside a mission that prioritizes compassion, respect, and impact. The result is a culture where people feel connected—to their colleagues, their participants, and the communities they serve.At myPlace Health, work is more than a job. It’s a shared commitment to honoring what matters most.The Medical Assistant, Lead supports myPlace Health PACE participants by providing safe, high-quality clinical and administrative assistance in a center-based setting. This role performs intake, prepares participants for visits, completes ordered clinical tasks within scope, supports clinic operations, and documents accurately in the EMR while collaborating with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). **RESPONSIBLITIES*** Assists in exam rooms by interviewing patients, measuring vital signs, and recording weight, blood pressure, and temperature.* Draws blood and gives injections.* Documents patient information, and ensures it is complete prior to exam.* Ensures exam rooms are clean and well stocked.* Sterilizes, cleans, and performs checks on medical equipment.* Performs office duties and administrative tasks as assigned.* Performs work under minimal supervision.* Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.* Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. **QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:****Required Certifications or Licenses*** Medical Assistants (MAs) **Preferred Education:*** Associate's Degree or equivalent experience **Experience Preferred:**4 to 6 years of experience **Medical Screening.**For safety-sensitive positions such as yours, you may need to successfully pass applicable physical/medical screening, including, but not limited to a medical questionnaire, verification of vaccination status, and/or Tuberculosis screening test. **What's in it for you?** Base salary range: $21.78 to $31.52 per hourWork Mode: OnsiteAn annual employee bonus programMedical, Dental, Vision coverageGenerous paid-time-off (PTO)11 paid holidays per year, plus 1 additional floating holidayExcellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match.Robust employee recognition programRobust Wellness Program### Transform your career with a job that makes a difference in people’s lives!myPlace Health is building a mission-driven team that shares our passion for redefining the way older adults experience care as they “age in place” in the community. This is a unique opportunity to take on one of our country’s most challenging healthcare problems and join a fast-growing, dynamic team as we prepare to scale our mission to serve more markets.Learn more about open career opportunities at myPlace Health and to find out how you can join an industry-leading team of clinicians, operators, technologists, and healthcare industry subject matter experts.If you want to be part of a team committed to drastically improving health outcomes and quality of life for older adults and frail seniors, we want to hear from you!