Medical Assistant I - Palmdale, CA

Planned Parenthood • Palmdale, CA

377d • $52,000 - $52,000

About The Position

The Medical Assistant position at Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is an intermediate-level role focused on supporting the delivery of reproductive health care services. The role involves performing both front and back-office functions, assisting patients with testing, screening, and education, and providing empathetic communication regarding their options. The position is full-time and requires a commitment to high-quality, non-judgmental care in a collaborative environment dedicated to community health.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• At least one (1) to two (2) years experience in a clinical setting.
• Availability to work flexible hours including Saturdays.
• Venipuncture and Injection training (to be completed within one (1) year of employment).
• Knowledge of surgical services preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Reproductive health care experience desirable.
• Keep current on relevant anatomy and physiology, methods of contraception, STIs, pregnancy, adoption, early prenatal care, education techniques, community resources, agency protocols, referral procedures, all Planned Parenthood programs initiatives and communications.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Medical Assistant front and back-office functions.
• Assist patients by providing testing, screening, and education for reproductive health care.
• Obtain medical history, interview and educate clients ensuring informed consent.
• Assist with the Patient Portal Enrollment process.
• Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, height, weight, etc.).
• Accompany clients during procedures as necessary.
• Assist nurses and clinicians with various tasks.
• Provide pregnancy testing and options counseling.
• Complete daily quality control log and maintain exam rooms.
• Comply with infection control, safety, and emergency guidelines.
• Greet and assist all patients and visitors, whether in-person or by telephone.
• Schedule, reschedule, cancel, or confirm patient appointments.
• Register patients and compile complete and accurate information.
• Accept and process cash payments according to established guidelines.
• Verify insurance coverage and determine patient eligibility.
• Prepare and assemble charts, copy, transfer, and scan as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents.
• Free basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage options.
• Short Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies.
• 403(b) Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match.
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Account plans.
• Public Transportation and Commuter Pre-Tax Reimbursements.
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED