Medical Assistant I - Whittier, CA

Planned Parenthood Los Angeles • Whittier, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking an experienced, caring Medical Assistant I to work full-time at its Jones Health Center in Whittier, California. This intermediate-level position supports the delivery of reproductive health care and performs Medical Assistant functions in both the front and back office. The role assists patients with testing, screening, and education, and provides non-judgmental, empathetic communication about their options.

The position includes general back-office and surgical-support duties, such as obtaining medical histories and vital signs, supporting patients before and during procedures, assisting clinicians and nurses, maintaining rooms and equipment, and completing testing and documentation. Employees also support services for abortion patients as part of their essential job duties.

Planned Parenthood Los Angeles provides reproductive health care services across Los Angeles County. The organization describes its culture as one of people who are eager to contribute positively to their community and its mission.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Medical Assistant diploma or certificate.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
• At least one to two years of experience in a clinical setting.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including Saturdays.
• Keep current on relevant anatomy and physiology, contraception methods, STIs, pregnancy, adoption, early prenatal care, education techniques, community resources, agency protocols, referral procedures, and Planned Parenthood programs, initiatives, and communications.

Nice To Haves

• Reproductive health care experience.
• Knowledge of surgical services.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical histories, interview and educate clients, and ensure informed consent.
• Assist clients with Patient Portal enrollment.
• Obtain vital signs, including blood pressure, height, and weight.
• Accompany clients during procedures as necessary and assist nurses and clinicians.
• Perform pregnancy testing and options counseling.
• Provide abortion education according to agency protocols, make appointments, and complete pre-screening forms.
• Complete daily quality-control logs.
• Clean and stock examination and interview rooms.
• Follow infection-control, safety, emergency, and sharps-handling guidelines.
• Clean and monitor the autoclave and monitor the Attest system.
• Perform dipstick urinalysis, phlebotomy, and injections as trained.
• For surgical services, obtain vital signs and screen for potential problems, including NPO status, allergies, medication history, analgesia options, and funding source; educate patients about contraception choices.
• Clean and prepare examination rooms and assist patients in preparing for examinations.
• Prepare laboratory slips and assist with patient transportation and support.
• Turn on equipment, including the EKG and pulse oximeter, and place EKG leads.
• Operate the electric table and know its positions.
• Assist with the ultrasound machine as directed by a physician.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for employees and eligible dependents.
• Free basic life and 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.
• Vacation, sick, and holiday benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED