Medical Assistant I
Quick answer
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is hiring an in-office Medical Assistant I in Lakewood, CA, paying $25.00 per hour to perform clinical and administrative reproductive health care support.
- 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 hiring a Medical Assistant I to support the delivery of reproductive health care services at their Lakewood Health Center. This role involves performing a comprehensive range of clinical and administrative tasks, including patient intake, vital sign monitoring, and front-office coordination. The successful candidate will provide empathetic, non-judgmental support and education to patients while maintaining a safe and clean clinical environment.
What you'll do
- Perform clinical front and back office duties including patient intake and vital signs.
- Provide patients with non-judgmental options counseling and reproductive health education.
- Maintain patient charts, schedule appointments, and reconcile billing transactions.
- Assist clinicians during exams, procedures, and ultrasound operations.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, sharp handling, and safety guidelines.
What it takes
- High school diploma or GED.
- Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- 1-2 years of clinical experience.
- Willingness to work flexible hours including Saturdays.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, life insurance, short-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and generous vacation/sick/holiday leave.
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 to be considered?
Candidates must have a high school diploma, a Medical Assistant certificate, BLS certification, and at least one to two years of clinical experience.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not specify an application deadline or a link; please check the Planned Parenthood Los Angeles careers page to submit your application.
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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