Medical Assistant With CPT I

Medical Assistant With CPT I – Los Angeles, CA

Compensation:  $23 - $26 per hour

Nexus HR is seeking for a Medical Assistant with an active CPT I license to support a busy 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 / 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 2 years of clinical or lab experience is required

• 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