Certified Medical Assistant - CMAJS

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Location: Playa Vista, CA 90094
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13+ Weeks (with possible extension)
Shift: Day/Night (5x8)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support healthcare providers in delivering high-quality patient care. This role involves a combination of clinical and administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced outpatient setting, while ensuring a positive and efficient patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations by recording vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints
• Assist providers during examinations and minor procedures
• Administer medications and injections as directed
• Perform basic laboratory tests and collect specimens
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in EMR/EHR systems
• Schedule appointments and coordinate patient flow
• Communicate with patients for follow-ups, education, and care instructions
• Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and compliant with safety standards
• Support billing, coding, and insurance verification processes as needed

Required Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) through NHA or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• 1–3 years of clinical experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems (Epic preferred)

Required Skills

• Administering medications and injections (including intramuscular)
• Blood glucose testing via glucometer
• Venipuncture and specimen labeling
• Vital signs monitoring (height, weight, pulse oximetry)
• 12-lead EKG/ECG administration
• Immunizations and nebulizer treatments
• Dressing changes, wound care, and suture removal
• Ear lavage and hearing/vision screening
• Assisting with Pap smears and pregnancy testing
• Urinalysis (UA), clean catch, dipstick testing
• Stool and strep testing
• Telephone triage and follow-up calls
• Patient rooming and documentation (history, medications, allergies)
• Insurance verification and authorization forms
• Pharmacy coordination and refill requests

For more details reach at vgill@navitassols.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1203.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.