Associate Medical Assistant

Providence; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Saint John's Medical Foundation seeks a Medical Assistant I to support basic patient care under a licensed practitioner, performing clinical and administrative duties per policies and procedures. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care within a team-focused setting.

Ideal candidates have completed an accredited medical assistant program or apprenticeship, or military medical training, and can demonstrate essential clinical skills like taking vital signs, injections, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with hands-on clinical training.
• Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program.
• Completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces.
• Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

Skills

Vital signs

Injections

Medication administration

Education

Accredited CMA program (hands-on clinical training)

Medical assistant apprenticeship program

Two years of US Army medical training

Job description

The Medical Assistant (MA) I works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing basic patient care to assigned patients. Basic patient care needs will be met though both administrative and clinical duties. An MA I is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Saint John's Medical Foundation and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Graduate of an accredited school that includes hands on training in a clinical setting for medical assistants, Or
• Coursework/Training: Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program, Or
• Coursework/Training: Has completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces, Or
• Coursework/Training: Minimum one year of work experience as a medical assistant that includes the following clinical skills: obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration, Or
• Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Medical assisting experience in a clinic setting (0-6 months)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months of prior experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast paced environment.
• 6 months of previous experience in a healthcare setting working with an Electronic Health record (EHR).

Why Join Providence?

Ourbest-in-class benefitsare uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering ourMissionof caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.