Medical Assistant With CPT I – Los Angeles, CA

Compensation:  $22 - $25 hourly

Clinic Location: South Carondelet Street, Los Angeles, CA

Nexus HR is seeking a Medical Assistant with an active CPT I license to support a busy primary care clinic in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate provides both clinical and administrative support while performing phlebotomy procedures in compliance with CDPH regulations.

About the Job

The Medical Assistant with CPT I will assist providers with exams and procedures, perform blood draws, manage patient records, and support daily clinic and laboratory operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care by assisting providers, preparing patients for exams and procedures, taking vital signs, and documenting information in the EMR system.

• Perform venipuncture and capillary (skin) punctures in compliance with California regulations, verifying patient identity with at least two identifiers, monitoring for adverse reactions, and following infection control protocols.

• Handle, label, process, store, and prepare specimens for transport while maintaining specimen integrity, accuracy, and chain-of-custody.

• Manage administrative tasks including patient registration, scheduling, appointment changes, insurance verification, authorizations, billing support, and maintaining accurate medical records.

• Ensure clinic and lab rooms are clean, stocked, and properly prepared; maintain equipment, perform opening/closing duties, and keep compliance logs up to date.

• Assist in maintaining overall clinic safety and cleanliness. Work across multiple clinic locations as assigned and perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of MA and lab experience is required

• Experience in phlebotomy is preferred

• CMA or RMA certification and a Medical Assistant diploma

• Active California CPT I license

• Active CPR Certification.

• Experienced in front office, back office, and laboratory operations.

• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of EMR systems and CDPH/CLIA/OSHA/HIPAA regulations

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

Benefits:

• Dental

• Vision

• Medical

• 401(k)

• Paid Leave