Bilingual Medical Assistant — Patient-Centered Care

La Clínica de La Raza Inc.; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

La Clinica de La Raza in Oakland is hiring a Medical Assistant I/II (Temporary full time) to support patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinic. The role includes room setup, EHR documentation, patient prep, vital signs, and assisting providers with examinations and procedures.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and MA training or relevant certifications (BLS required for MA-I, MA-II certification preferred). Bilingual Spanish/English is advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• MA-I: Completion of an accredited MA training program OR current BLS certification; 1 year of hospital/clinic/medical office experience or on‑the‑job sign-off within 90 days.
• MA-II: Certification from MA certifying organizations; current BLS certificate; preferred phlebotomy certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and set up medical laboratory equipment.
• Record medical history in the EHR and verify visit purpose.
• Prepare patients for examination and take vital signs.
• Administer medications/injections as directed and provide patient education.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

MA-I/MA-II qualifications overview

Job description

La Clinica de La Raza in Oakland is hiring a Medical Assistant I/II (Temporary full time) to support patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinic. The role includes room setup, EHR documentation, patient prep, vital signs, and assisting providers with examinations and procedures.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and MA training or relevant certifications (BLS required for MA-I, MA-II certification preferred). Bilingual Spanish/English is advantageous.