Medical Assistant I
Quick answer
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is hiring a full-time, in-office Medical Assistant I in Lakewood, CA, paying $25.00 per hour to provide clinical and administrative support for reproductive health services.
- Role
- Medical Assistant I
- Organization
- Planned Parenthood Los Angeles
- Location
- Lakewood, CA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $25.00 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support clinical and administrative operations at their Lakewood Health Center. This role involves performing front and back office functions, including patient screening, vital signs monitoring, phlebotomy, and reproductive health education. The successful candidate will provide empathetic, non-judgmental support to patients while maintaining clinical safety standards. This is a full-time position requiring a high school diploma, a Medical Assistant certification, and availability for flexible scheduling.
What you'll do
- Perform clinical back office tasks including vitals collection, phlebotomy, and injection support.
- Provide non-judgmental options counseling and reproductive health education to patients.
- Manage front office duties such as patient registration, insurance verification, and appointment scheduling.
- Maintain infection control and safety standards within exam rooms and clinical spaces.
- Assist clinicians and nursing staff during patient procedures and examinations.
What it takes
- High school diploma or GED.
- Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate.
- 1-2 years of clinical setting experience.
- American Heart Association BLS Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
- Availability to work flexible hours, including Saturdays.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 403(b) retirement plan with 3% match, life/AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at the Planned Parenthood Los Angeles Health Center in Lakewood, CA.
What is the compensation for this role?
The hiring range for this position is $25.00 per hour.
What are the core requirements for this job?
You must possess a high school diploma, a Medical Assistant certification, and at least 1-2 years of clinical experience.
Are there specific certifications required?
Yes, you must hold or be willing to obtain an American Heart Association BLS certification within 30 days of your hire date.
How to apply
Apply directly on Planned Parenthood Los Angeles's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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