Front And Back Office Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant -Lakewood CA

Overview:

We are seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for a Primary Care Clinic office located in the Lakewood CA.

Required Criteria:

Front Office:

• Referrals and authorizations
• Eligibility and insurance verification
• Experience with EMR or EHR system
• Knowledge of IPA's, HMO, PPO
• Collecting co-pays & verifies patient's eligibility for Medi-Cal-Medicare or other payers.

Back Office

• Administer Injections
• Blood draw
• Prepares patients for examination procedures, including escorting patients to exam rooms; and obtain basic medical information
• Check pulse, vitals, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height of patients
• Record results into the patients' electronic health record

Language:

• Spanish- strongly preferred

Additional Criteria:

• Very strong written and verbal communication skills.
• At least 6-12 recent months' work experience in a clinic, medical office or other health care facility preferred.
• Ability to work within a team setting and with volunteers.
• Ability to lift, stand and walk long period of times

Required Education & Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR or First aide preferred

Please make sure that your most updated contact information is on the resume!