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T.H.E. Health & Wellness Centers

POSITION SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Medical unit Manager, the Medical Assistant offers assistance to the providers for necessary patient care services within the scope of the clinic.Essential Responsibilities:<ul><li>Greets all patients in a professional and friendly manner.</li><li>Takes vital signs of patients: height, weight, blood pressure, indicates reason for visit, brief review of medical history and prepares patients for examination by provider.</li><li>Obtains records and performs indicated &ldquo;in-house&rdquo; lab tests, immunization, hem-occult and any other tests as ordered by a provider. Obtains results for providers when necessary.</li><li>Performs Rapid HIV testing.</li><li>Performs EKG&rsquo;s as ordered by a provider.</li><li>Completes necessary document accurately for all lab work.</li><li>Provides assistance to provider during physical examination and/or specialty procedures as needed.</li><li>Completes &amp; enters data into patient&rsquo;s records and submits all forms in a timely manner.</li><li>Maintains medical unit supplies in laboratory and exam rooms.</li><li>Attends and participates in meetings as required.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Education and Qualifications<ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent</li><li>Certification in Medical Assistant</li><li>Certification in CPR</li><li>Phlebotomy Certification a plus</li><li>Minimum one year of Medical Assistant experience</li><li>Ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, social, and economic backgrounds.</li><li>Ability to work independently and a self-starter with minimal supervision</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Excellent organizational skills</li><li>Computer proficiency</li><li>Experience utilizing an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is highly desirable</li><li>Bilingual in Spanish Required</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Medical Assistant - Bilingual

Casa de Salud

Full-Time Bilingual Medical Assistant (English/Spanish)We are seeking an experienced, reliable, and professional Bilingual Medical Assistant to join our team. Minimum of 5 years of paid medical assistant experience is required.Qualifications:<ul><li>Fluent in both English and Spanish</li><li>At least 5 years of paid experience as a Medical Assistant</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong multitasking and organizational skills</li><li>Excellent communication and patient-care abilities</li></ul>IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE AS A MEDICAL ASSISTANT, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.Job Type: Full-timePay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>High school or equivalent (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Medical receptionist: 4 years (Required)</li><li>EMR systems: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Vital signs: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Spanish, English (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>CPR Certification (Required)</li><li>Certified Medical Assistant (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Experienced Medical Assistant

APLA Health

<div>Requisition #: 49141
Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday &ndash; Friday, 8AM &ndash; 5PM
Onsite or Hybrid: Onsite
Bilingual (English/Spanish): Yes: Spanish Assessment required prior to offer.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The HIV-STD Counselor/Medical Assistant will provide patient care services under the direction of a licensed health care provider inclusive of culturally appropriate HIV/STD services to APLA Health &amp; Wellness patients. In collaboration with prevention program staff, the HIV/STD Counselor/Medical Assistant will work to identify HIV positive individuals who are part of our prevention programs and who are not yet linked to HIV medical care, including newly diagnosed individuals, persons who know their HIV status but have never been engaged in care, and others who know their status and have dropped out of care to access medical care services. The HIV-STD Counselor/Medical Assistant will perform administrative front office and clinical back office duties in the medical clinic, including submitting and tracking referrals, taking vital signs, preparing examining rooms, administering medications as ordered by a licensed healthcare provider, performing phlebotomy and other technical clinical functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or has a logical assignment to this position.<ul><li>
Greets and register patients when needed; assists them with completion of necessary forms; answers telephones and schedules appointments; retrieves medical files; maintains medical records and files.</li><li>
Provide pre/post test client-centered HIV counseling.</li><li>
Conduct HIV/STD risk assessments.
</li><li>Provide HIV/STD risk reduction and prevention coaching/counseling.</li><li>
Prepares treatment rooms, ensuring that rooms are neat and clean, and stocked with the necessary supplies and equipment for patient examination; maintains sanitary and sterile supplies and equipment.</li><li>
Interviews patients to obtain basic medical information and history; measures and records vital signs, height, weight and body mass index (BMI); prepares medical records for provider review.</li><li>
Performs phlebotomy to collect blood samples; collects urine and other non-invasive specimens; logs specimens for testing; performs urine dip sticks and finger-sticks for hemoglobin and glucose measurements.</li><li>
Provides counseling and rapid HIV testing to clients seeking those services.</li><li>
Maintains monthly equipment logs, i.e. Glucometer, Hemocue, and Refrigerators.</li><li>
Develop a set of focused strategies, designed to improve the linkage (and ongoing engagement) to HIV primary medical care of recently diagnosed HIV-infected persons; individuals of known HIV status who have never sought medical care and HIV-infected persons who have dropped out of care and are no longer seeking HIV medical care and treatment.</li><li>
Assists physicians and nurses in examining and treating patients; handling instruments; preparing and disinfecting treatment sites; applying and removing dressing and bandages; administers medications in accordance with providers orders; administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as ordered by mid-level providers and physicians.</li><li>
Assist in the preparation of reports as requested.</li><li>
Maintain HIV/STD testing records to ensure that all documentation required by funders and agency Quality Management Plan is on file.</li><li>
Carries out patient discharge processes; clarifies and provides patients with follow-up care instructions and referrals.</li><li>
Follows steps outlined in APLA Health &amp; Wellness referral tracking policy to ensure that patients gets the referrals needed and that referrals are appropriately logged and tracked.</li><li>
Administers Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in a medical emergency.</li><li>
Effectively communicate with clients/patients in English and Spanish as required per aforementioned job duties.</li></ul>
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program in a recognized institution in accordance with standards established by the Medical Board of California. Successful completion of LA County&rsquo;s Division of HIV and STD Programs&rsquo; HIV Test Counselor Certification required within first 90-days of hire.
Knowledge of:<ul><li>
Basic medical terminology and patient care methods and techniques.</li><li>
Methods and procedures for performing technical clinical procedures including phlebotomy, collecting and testing urine and other non-invasive specimens, and administering injections.</li><li>
Routine laboratory procedures.</li><li>
Standards and methods for maintaining sterile and sanitary laboratory and examining room conditions.</li><li>
Methods and standard procedures for the maintenance of medical records.</li><li>
Safety policies and safe practices applicable to the work.</li><li>
HIV infection; STD infection/treatment; HIV/AIDS prevention; psychosocial issues as it relates to HIV and STD transmission/acquisition, special issues relevant to individuals who are at risk for HIV/STD and/or living with HIV; health education and behavior modification theory; human sexuality, substance abuse, behavior change principles and strategies; effective communication skills; group dynamics; data management; general computer knowledge; community resources; health and social concerns of diverse populations such as gay and non-gay identified men who have sex with men and other genders, individuals who share injection paraphernalia, heterosexuals, women at sexual risk and transgender individuals</li></ul>
Ability to:<ul><li>
Interview patients effectively for the purpose of acquiring medical, social and sexual histories.</li><li>
Risk reduction counseling to curtail the spread of HIV and other STDs.</li><li>
Communicate effectively with people of various educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.</li><li>
Understand and follow written and oral instructions from physicians, mid-level providers and nurses and apply departmental policies, procedures and protocols applicable to work.</li><li>
Identify and correct unsanitary conditions and maintain sterile environments.</li><li>
Perform routine medical tests and procedures proficiently and accurately.</li><li>
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.</li><li>
Operate a computer and standard business software.</li><li>
Maintain highly confidential personal and medical information in accordance to HIPAA regulations.</li><li>
Exercise tact, objectivity, sensitivity and sound judgment in dealing with a variety of people in a variety of sensitive situations.</li><li>
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, patients and others encountered in the course of work.</li><li>
Bilingual required &ndash; English/Spanish.</li></ul>
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer.</div>

Medical Assistant-HIV/STD Counselor

University of Southern California

<div>Job ID REQ20173687 Category Keck Medicine of USC</div>
 <div>Serves as primary point of contact for access to USC academic medical centers and USC Health Sciences Campus. Answers, screens and directs incoming and outgoing telephone calls, electronic messages and other web-based communications using a call management system. Responds to basic inquires and refers other inquires to appropriate medical personnel. Contacts and distributes messages to medical personnel using a variety of electronic methods including text, voice and email systems. The Patient Access Liaison I may schedule and confirm initial and follow-up medical appointments as needed.
Essential Duties<ul><li>
1. Demonstrates competency in the quality of work and knowledge of a Patient Access Representative.</li><li>
2. Strives for first call resolution and demonstrates high level of customer service.</li><li>
3. Maintains warm, courteous and professional behavior in accordance with the USC/Keck customer service standards while interacting with contacts, both internal and external.</li><li>
4. Maintains consistent accuracy in all tasks associated with job role and tasks and responsibilities daily.</li><li>
5. Exhibits collegial and professional demeanor in all interactions.</li><li>
6. Contributes effectively as a productive team member to the Patient Access Center and USC/Keck.</li><li>
7. Follows USC/Keck Communications standard and policy.</li><li>
8. Accepts alternate assignments to any area within the organization as assigned by Management.</li><li>
9. Expected to work from home as/when organizationally deployed, following the departmentally established guidelines and expectations for remote work.</li><li>
10. Other duties as assigned</li><li>
11. May verify insurance as needed</li><li>
12. May page physicians as dictated by internal procedures, correctly, professionally and in a timely manner.</li><li>
13. May perform follow up check with all open pages while on shift and before leaving shift.</li><li>
14. Assists with staff and patient concerns courteously and professionally.</li><li>
15. Answers, screens and directs incoming and outgoing telephone calls, electronic messages, omnichannel contacts and other web-based communications using the organizational communications management system. Transfers telephone calls to the appropriate department or medical personnel.</li><li>
16. Processes messages following departmental procedure and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.</li><li>
17. Assists with staff and patient concerns courteously and professionally.</li><li>
18. Utilizes organizationally defined systems to perform patient communication.</li><li>
19. May perform scheduling functions, to include scheduling, rescheduling appointments, cancelations and confirmations.</li><li>
20. Using USC/Keck defined guidelines, and at their discretion, may carry out Service Recovery activity, and/or escalate to any Level 3/Lead or Supervisor within the Patient Access Center.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Req High school or equivalent</li><li>
Pref Associate's degree Associates&rsquo; or Bachelors&rsquo; degree in healthcare, business or operations field strongly preferred.</li><li>
Pref Specialized/technical training Vocational certificates in healthcare preferred: appoint scheduling, registration, insurance verification, medical assistant.</li><li>
Req 2 years Minimum 2 years of experience working in a customer service department/ environment or 1 year in healthcare or some combination thereof.</li></ul><ul><li>
Req Demonstrated interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Req Ability to multi-task.</li><li>
Req Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Pref Associate's degree Associates&rsquo; or Bachelors&rsquo; degree in healthcare, business or operations field strongly preferred.</li><li>
Pref Specialized/technical training Vocational certificates in healthcare preferred: appoint scheduling, registration, insurance verification, medical assistant.</li><li>
Pref Knowledge of HIPPA compliance and various health insurance types.</li><li>
Pref Knowledge of medical terminology.</li><li>
Pref Demonstrated knowledge of high-level computer literacy with practice management scheduling systems preferred.</li><li>
Pref Bilingual: Spanish, Chinese and other languages preferred.</li></ul>
Required Licenses/Certifications:
<ul><li>Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)</li></ul> 
The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 &ndash; $33.15. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
<div>Job ID REQ20173687 Posted Date 04/01/2026</div></div>

Patient Access Liaison I - Access Center - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union)

AltaMed Health Services

<div>
 
 Grow Healthy
 
 
 
 If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn&rsquo;t just welcomed &ndash; it&rsquo;s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don&rsquo;t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it&rsquo;s a calling that drives us forward every day.
 
 
 
 Job Overview
 
 
 
 This position is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and the dental hygienist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients at the clinic. The Registered Dental Assistant is also responsible for sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments, supplies, and for proper infection control of all areas involving patient care.
 
 
 
 Minimum Requirements
 
 
 
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 High School diploma or GED certificate required.
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 Credentialed as a valid licensed Registered Dental Assistant with the following certifications: Coronal polishing / X-Rays Cert.
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 Pit and Fissure Sealants certification will be required within 60 days after the date of hire.
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 Bilingual English/Spanish also required.
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 A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
 
 
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 Compensation
 
 
 
 $28.00 - $32.90 hourly
 
 
 
 Compensation Disclaimer
 
 
 
 Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
 
 
 
 Benefits &amp; Career Development
 
 
 
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 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
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 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
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 Flexible Spending Accounts
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 Commuter Flexible Spending
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 Career Advancement &amp; Development opportunities
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 Paid Time Off &amp; Holidays
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 Paid CME Days
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 Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
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 Tuition Reimbursement Program
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 Corporate Employee Discounts
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 Employee Referral Bonus Program
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 Pet Care Insurance
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Job Advertisement &amp; Application Compliance Statement
 
 
 
 AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
</div>

Registered Dental Assistant - $28/hour Plus Full Benefits

Los Angeles Community Hospitals

<div>Position Summary
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) supports the work of the Nursing staff to meet the needs of patients in order to provide safe, efficient, timely and excellent high quality care. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, ensuring the safety of the patient, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Assists with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned. Supports the mission, vision and goals of the organization and meets compliance with regulatory agencies. Demonstrates behavior consistent with the core values and supports the hospital plan and goals of the organization.
Essential Job Functions / Major Areas of Responsibility
The essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.
<ul><li>REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION OF CARE: Accurately measures and records patient weights and vital signs. Recognizes and reports changes in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as required. Receives and accurately inventories and secures patient belongings as appropriate
</li><li>PATIENT COMFORT AND PRIVACY: Assists patient with feeding, hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL), in consideration of patient age, gender, culture and stated preferences, maintaining patient privacy and respect at all times. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a cleansafe environment. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance.
</li><li>COLLABORATION FOR PATIENT CARE: Assists with patient care activities as directed by licensed nurse, including specimen collection/transport, turningpositioning, and patient transportation. Performs frequent and hourly rounding to ensure safety and promotes positive patient experience.
</li><li>COMMUNICATION: Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</li><li>
AHA Basic Life Support</li><li>
Understanding of basic medical terminology</li><li>
Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English</li><li>
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job</li><li>
Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families</li><li>
Six (6) months of experience, within the last three (3) years, in a hospital, clinic or in a SNF/Home Health setting as a nurse assistant, care partner, medical assistant or student nurse with one semester in a clinical setting.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements
Indicate physical requirements for performing the essential functions of the job by double clicking and selecting &lsquo;checked&rsquo; on the boxes below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and applicable, state and local law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
<ul><li>Standing - Constantly
</li><li>Walking - Constantly
</li><li>Sitting - Occasionally
</li><li>Reaching with Hands and Arms - Occasionally
</li><li>Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - Occasionally
</li><li>Talking - Frequently
</li><li>Hearing - Frequently
</li><li>Seeing - Constantly
</li><li>Climb or Balance - None
</li><li>Performing repetitive motions with arms or hands - Occasionally
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 lbs - Frequently
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs - Occasionally
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs - Occasionally
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - Occasionally
</li><li>Driving - None</li></ul>
Pay Rate: $21.90 | Max - $29.40</div>

Patient Care Technician - Full Time, Nights (East Los Angeles)

Consumer Action Law Group

Our Law Firm is hiring a Paralegal / Legal Assistant Problem Solver in Eagle Rock. Below is more information about the requirements, qualifications and job descriptions associated with the position.Are you passionate about helping people?Can you imagine going to work every day knowing that you're making a positive difference? We are looking for a Problem Solver to help in our law firm.When our clients call us for help, they're often going through an emotionally difficult period. Our Paralegals / Legal Assistants provide our clients the ultimate client experience. This position requires the right combination of writing and telephone skills, empathy, and ability to investigate to the root of their legal issues.If that's you, you'll play an integral role in creating memorable client experiences. This important position involves talking to clients, writing letters, asking questions, and relaying messages from our lawyers related to client issues. Our legal assistant always strives for better communication with our clients and wants to advocate for people who need legal help.Additionally, if you have experience working in a law firm, and are looking for that next step in your career, this position is perfect for you!Other requirements include the following:<ul><li>Conveys confidence on the phone and likes talking to people</li><li>Shows empathy to clients and puts them at ease during their difficult time</li><li>Treats a call at 4:30 on Friday with the same care and compassion as one on Monday morning</li><li>Demonstrates exceptional communication skills</li><li>Works well in various computer programs [Word, Chats, Email, various software]</li><li>Strong multitasking skills [able to focus with many distractions throughout the day]</li><li>Fluent Bilingual spoken and written English and Spanish is needed for this position</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, and excellent writing and proofreading skills</li><li>Naturally curious, intelligent, and able to solve problems [able to give examples of past performance]</li><li>Legal experience is a plus</li></ul>Please note:&middot; This is a full-time position, 30+ hours per week, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.&middot; Starting Compensation $21.00/hour&middot; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Paid Vacation and Sick leave&middot; Interviews for position are being scheduled in person in our Eagle Rock office [near DTLA]If you have what it takes to be our next Paralegal / Legal AssistantProblem Solver? We provide training, and for the right person, this will be a highly rewarding position. If this sounds like a good fit for you, you will need to complete a two-step process in order to be considered. If both steps are not completed, you will not get a response from our hiring team.Email a cover letter and resume with subject line: &ldquo;I am a Problem Solver&rdquo;Job Type: Full-timePay: $21.00 - $28.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90065

Bilingual Paralegal / Legal Assistant Problem Solver

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