Pediatric/OB-GYN Medical Assistant - Temporary, Bilingual

El Proyecto Del Barrio; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

El Proyecto Del Barrio Northridge Community Clinic in Northridge, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers under supervision. The role includes blood draws, injections, specimen collection, patient prep, and documentation.

The position is full-time, temporary (<6 months). Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; familiarity with CHDP guidelines and immunization schedules a plus; a high school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of CHDP guidelines, immunization schedules, and AAP periodicity table.
• High level of professionalism, patient service, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office and eClinicalWorks (eCW) or similar.
• Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining a necessary degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and multi-task while maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to build productive working relationships.
• Ability to work in culturally and racially diverse populations and in lower socio-economic conditions.
• Ability to pleasantly and effectively represent the organization.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood, give injections, administer skin tests, and obtain laboratory specimens.
• Prepare patients for doctor examinations.
• Set up necessary instruments.
• Take medical history and check vital signs.
• Schedule appointments.
• Update and maintain patient records.
• Monitor and maintain medical supply inventory.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

CHDP guidelines

Professionalism

Microsoft Office

eClinicalWorks (eCW)

Communication & confidentiality

Independence & multi-tasking

Interpersonal relationships

Diversity inclusion

Representing organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or equivalent

0–1 year related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

eClinicalWorks (eCW)

Job description

El Proyecto Del Barrio Northridge Community Clinic in Northridge, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers under supervision. The role includes blood draws, injections, specimen collection, patient prep, and documentation.

The position is full-time, temporary (<6 months). Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; familiarity with CHDP guidelines and immunization schedules a plus; a high school diploma or equivalent required.