Certified Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Day Shift, Full Time

Adventist Health; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health seeks a Medical Assistant in Fort Bragg, California, to perform non-invasive routine technical support services. Responsibilities include setting up exam rooms, checking in patients, and performing vital sign checks.

A High School diploma or GED is required along with a Medical Assistant Certification and BLS certification. This position supports the health and safety of our patients and requires annual vaccinations and compliance with E-Verify.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed from an approved vendor.

Responsibilities

• Set up exam rooms and check in patients.
• Maintain patient recall system for lab tests and referrals.
• Report significant findings and patient observations to the clinic physician.

Skills

Technical support services

Patient care

Vital sign monitoring

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent

Tools

Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Phlebotomy Certificate

Job description

Job Summary

Performs non‑invasive, routine technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife. This position is represented by UFCW.

Education and Work Experience

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred
• Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E‑Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E‑Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E‑Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.