Medical Assistant - Urgent Care

Astrana Health, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health, a healthcare leader, seeks a full-time Medical Assistant for its Urgent Care Centers. The position involves assisting medical staff, performing administrative tasks, and ensuring patient care across multiple locations in California. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and certifications, showcasing their commitment to quality healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1+ years as a Medical Assistant required.
• Active Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or LVN license in California.
• Prior experience in urgent care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses with clinical duties.
• Manage patient records and document vital signs.
• Schedule appointments and maintain treatment rooms.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in Chinese

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Medical Assistant - Urgent Care

Department: 1 World - Ops

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Reporting To: Elsa Chan

Compensation: $21.00 - $25.00 / hour

Description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, full-time Medical Assistant to assist our Urgent Care Centers. This role will report to the Office Manager and enable us to continue to scale in the healthcare industry.

Our Values:

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

• Assists physicians, nurses, and other medical staff by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician
• Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records
• Clinical duties may include, such as preparing a treatment room for patient exams, recording patient medical history, and cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment
• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in the patient's chart
• Interviews patients to obtain their medical history
• Records patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in patient medical files
• Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills in a fast-pace environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to prioritize workload while remaining flexible
• May be required to work overtime to meet tight deadlines

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of experience working as a Medical Assistant
• High school diploma or GED

You're great for this role if:

• Active and unrestricted Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or LVN license in California
• Fluent in Spanish and/or Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin)
• Prior experience working in urgent care

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• Our organization follows an in-person work structure where the expectation is to work onsite on a daily basis.
• Cross-coverage is required across all clinic locations. The clinic locations are in Monterey Park, Arcadia, City of Industry, and El Monte.
• The urgent cares are open Monday-Friday 9:00am-9:00pm and Saturday-Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm. This is a full-time position and requires 72-80 hours per pay period, with the expectation to work one weekend per pay period. Shifts will be 12 hours on weekdays and 8 hours on weekends.
• The total pay range for this role is: $21 - $25 per hour. This salary range represents our national target range for this role.

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail] request an accommodation.

Additional Information:

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.