Medical Assistant I - Whittier, CA

Planned Parenthood Los Angeles • Whittier, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking an experienced, caring Medical Assistant with clinical and customer service skills for a full-time, intermediate-level position at its Jones Health Center in Whittier, California. The role supports the delivery of reproductive health care and includes front- and back-office Medical Assistant functions. The Medical Assistant provides testing, screening, and education, and communicates empathetically and without judgment about patients’ options.

The position includes general back-office and surgical support duties. Employees and contractors across PPLA locations support the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services involved in caring for abortion patients; supporting these services is an essential job duty and fundamental responsibility.

The hiring range is $25.00 per hour. The position is non-exempt.

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.
• Venipuncture and injection training to be completed within one year of employment.
• Knowledge of relevant anatomy and physiology, contraception methods, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, adoption, early prenatal care, education techniques, community resources, agency protocols, referral procedures, and Planned Parenthood programs and initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Reproductive health care experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of surgical services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical histories, interview and educate clients, and ensure informed consent.
• Assist patients 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; comply with infection-control, safety, and emergency guidelines.
• Handle sharps and clean the autoclave and monitor the Attest system.
• Perform dipstick urinalysis, phlebotomy, and injections.
• For surgical care, obtain vital signs and screen for potential problems, including NPO status, allergies, medication history, analgesia options, funding source, and contraception choices.
• Clean and prepare examination rooms and help patients prepare for examinations.
• Prepare laboratory slips; assist with patient transportation and provide patient support.
• Turn on equipment including the EKG and pulse oximeter, place EKG leads, and operate the electric table using the appropriate positions.
• Assist with the ultrasound machine as directed by the physician.
• Keep current on relevant reproductive-health knowledge, agency protocols, referral procedures, and Planned Parenthood programs and initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for employees and eligible dependents.
• Free basic life and AD&D insurance, 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-care 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