Medical Assistant I - Van Nuys, CA
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Medical Assistant
– Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, Van Nuys Health Center
Full‑time position responsible for supporting the delivery of reproductive health care, including front‑ and back‑office functions, patient support, testing, screening, education, and non‑judgmental communication.
Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate required
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire
At least 1 to 2 years of experience in a clinical setting
Availability to work flexible hours including Saturdays
Venipuncture and injection training to be completed within one year of employment
Reproductive health care experience desirable
Knowledge of surgical services preferred
Keep current on anatomy/physiology, contraception, STIs, pregnancy, adoption, early prenatal care, education techniques, community resources, agency protocols, referral procedures, and Planned Parenthood programs and communications
General Back Office Duties:
Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers and in part through the administrative, support, and other non‑clinical services provided at all PPLA locations
Obtain medical history, interview and educate clients ensuring informed consent
Assist with the Patient Portal enrollment process
Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, height, weight, etc.)
Accompany clients during procedures, as necessary
Assist nurses and clinicians
Pregnancy testing and options counseling
Provide abortion education per agency protocols, make appointments and complete pre‑screening form
Complete daily quality control log
Clean and stock exam and interview rooms
Comply with infection control, safety, and emergency guidelines
Sharp handling
Ability to clean Autoclave and monitor Attest system
Dipstick urinalysis
Phlebotomy/Injection
Surgical Duties:
Vitals and screen for potential problems: ascertain NPO status, record allergies, record drug or medication history, educate on analgesia options, note funding source, educate on contraception choices
Clean and prepare room for examination, assist the patient in preparation for examination
Prepare lab slips
Assist in the transportation of patient, provide support for patient
Turn on equipment: EKG, pulse oximeter
EKG lead placement
Operate electric table: know table positions
Assist with ultrasound machine (as directed by MD)
Generous salary and benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents
Free basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage options
Short Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies
403(b) retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
Medical and dependent flexible spending account plans
Public transportation and commuter pre‑tax reimbursements
Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits
Hiring range: $25.00 per hour (Non‑Exempt)
Compensation Philosophy and Position Hiring Range: At Planned Parenthood Los Angeles we continuously work towards our value of "we respect and honor all people", which also relates to our compensation philosophy. PPLA recognizes that decisions about pay, and benefits have significant impact on staff, so we are committed to ensuring all positions are rooted in a description that identifies competencies, duties, responsibilities, and qualifications, and that they are compensated equitably which considers both internal organizational equity and market compensation data for similar roles. Hiring range: $25.00 per hour (Non‑Exempt).
Equal Employment Opportunity will be afforded to all applicants and other covered persons without regard to protected characteristics, including their perceived protected characteristic. Protected categories include: race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hair styles such as braids, locs, and twists as examples but not exhaustive list), color, religion or religious creed (including religious belief, observation, practice, dress, and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/chestfeeding, or related medical conditions), reproductive health decision‑making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status (including past, current or prospective service in the uniformed service), and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. PPLA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the requirements of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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– Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, Van Nuys Health Center
Full‑time position responsible for supporting the delivery of reproductive health care, including front‑ and back‑office functions, patient support, testing, screening, education, and non‑judgmental communication.
Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate required
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire
At least 1 to 2 years of experience in a clinical setting
Availability to work flexible hours including Saturdays
Venipuncture and injection training to be completed within one year of employment
Reproductive health care experience desirable
Knowledge of surgical services preferred
Keep current on anatomy/physiology, contraception, STIs, pregnancy, adoption, early prenatal care, education techniques, community resources, agency protocols, referral procedures, and Planned Parenthood programs and communications
General Back Office Duties:
Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers and in part through the administrative, support, and other non‑clinical services provided at all PPLA locations
Obtain medical history, interview and educate clients ensuring informed consent
Assist with the Patient Portal enrollment process
Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, height, weight, etc.)
Accompany clients during procedures, as necessary
Assist nurses and clinicians
Pregnancy testing and options counseling
Provide abortion education per agency protocols, make appointments and complete pre‑screening form
Complete daily quality control log
Clean and stock exam and interview rooms
Comply with infection control, safety, and emergency guidelines
Sharp handling
Ability to clean Autoclave and monitor Attest system
Dipstick urinalysis
Phlebotomy/Injection
Surgical Duties:
Vitals and screen for potential problems: ascertain NPO status, record allergies, record drug or medication history, educate on analgesia options, note funding source, educate on contraception choices
Clean and prepare room for examination, assist the patient in preparation for examination
Prepare lab slips
Assist in the transportation of patient, provide support for patient
Turn on equipment: EKG, pulse oximeter
EKG lead placement
Operate electric table: know table positions
Assist with ultrasound machine (as directed by MD)
Generous salary and benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents
Free basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage options
Short Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies
403(b) retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
Medical and dependent flexible spending account plans
Public transportation and commuter pre‑tax reimbursements
Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits
Hiring range: $25.00 per hour (Non‑Exempt)
Compensation Philosophy and Position Hiring Range: At Planned Parenthood Los Angeles we continuously work towards our value of "we respect and honor all people", which also relates to our compensation philosophy. PPLA recognizes that decisions about pay, and benefits have significant impact on staff, so we are committed to ensuring all positions are rooted in a description that identifies competencies, duties, responsibilities, and qualifications, and that they are compensated equitably which considers both internal organizational equity and market compensation data for similar roles. Hiring range: $25.00 per hour (Non‑Exempt).
Equal Employment Opportunity will be afforded to all applicants and other covered persons without regard to protected characteristics, including their perceived protected characteristic. Protected categories include: race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hair styles such as braids, locs, and twists as examples but not exhaustive list), color, religion or religious creed (including religious belief, observation, practice, dress, and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/chestfeeding, or related medical conditions), reproductive health decision‑making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status (including past, current or prospective service in the uniformed service), and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. PPLA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the requirements of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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