Medical Assistant - Outpatient
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Start Date: 03-30-2026
End Date: 06-29-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $31 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Room patients and obtain accurate histories, vitals, height/weight and pulse oximetry
- Perform specimen collection and venipuncture accurately and with care
- Obtain 12-lead EKG/ECG and assist with monitor/device hookup when needed
- Administer immunizations and injections (IM and ID) following aseptic technique
- Prepare exam rooms, position and drape patients, and set up sterile trays
- Assist with dressing changes and aseptic wound care
- Administer medications as directed and support medication refill processes
- Handle telephone triage, follow-up calls and pharmacy/prescription requests
- Verify authorizations and insurance, schedule appointments, and manage supply ordering and stocking
- Chart thoroughly in Epic to support high-quality patient care and team communication
Qualifications
- Medical Assistant diploma from a DAPIP-accredited program (required)
- High school diploma or GED (minimum)
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC (required)
- Minimum 1 year of experience in an outpatient clinic setting
- Proficiency with venipuncture and blood draws (required)
- Flu vaccination required with no exemptions
- Familiarity with Epic charting system (required)
- Cardiology background preferred; CMA and previous charge experience are a plus
Education
- Medical Assistant diploma from a DAPIP-accredited program
- High School diploma or GED
Knowledge & Skills
- Specimen collection (capillary, urine, throat, stool) and correct labeling
- Venipuncture and blood draw techniques
- 12-lead EKG acquisition and basic ECG knowledge
- Immunization administration and injection techniques (IM/ID)
- Vital signs, patient rooming and obtaining accurate histories
- Aseptic technique for dressing changes and sterile tray setup
- Telephone triage, appointment scheduling, and insurance authorization verification
- Medication administration basics and refill workflow
- Ordering and stocking supplies, clinic workflow efficiency
- Proficient Epic charting and outpatient clinic procedures
Benefits
- A supportive team that values YOU and your growth
- Paid time off to recharge and stay curious
- Medical, dental and vision coverage options
- Licensure assistance and certification reimbursement
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Work-life friendly schedule with no weekends and no floating
- Referral bonus program to reward teammates who bring great people
- 401K retirement savings plan options and life insurance
Travel Perks: Explore Santa Monica, CA
Explore beautiful Santa Monica while you work: stroll the iconic Santa Monica Pier and beach, shop and dine along Third Street Promenade, relax in Palisades Park with ocean views, bike the Marvin Braude Bike Trail to Venice, or take a short drive to the Getty Center and Malibu coastline for hiking and scenic views. Great restaurants, farmers markets and cultural spots make weekends and evenings feel like mini staycations. Note: this role is locals only within a 50-minute commute, so you can enjoy the neighborhood favorites off-shift.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Medical Assistant - Outpatient? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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