Clinical Medical Assistant — Front/Back Office & EMR

John Muir Health; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

John Muir Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and care teams in both front and back office settings. The role emphasizes gathering and documenting healthcare data, ensuring smooth patient flow, and coordinating with supervisors to deliver quality patient care.

The ideal candidate has an accredited Medical Assistant program, 1 year ambulatory and EMR experience, and relevant certifications such as BLS; CCMA or CMA and CPT are preferred for specialized areas.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant Program - Accredited Required.
• 1 year Ambulatory Preferred.
• 1 year EMR Preferred.
• BLS - Basic Life Support - Certification Required.
• CCMA Preferred or CMA Preferred.
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) Preferred.
• Specialty areas may have additional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and care teams in front or back office duties.
• Gather, organize and document healthcare data information.
• Ensure smooth patient flow within the department.
• Report to the practice manager, RN supervisor or director.

Skills

Strong written & verbal communications

Bilingual preferred

Venipuncture/Phlebotomy

Education

Medical Assistant Program - Accredited

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

John Muir Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and care teams in both front and back office settings. The role emphasizes gathering and documenting healthcare data, ensuring smooth patient flow, and coordinating with supervisors to deliver quality patient care.

The ideal candidate has an accredited Medical Assistant program, 1 year ambulatory and EMR experience, and relevant certifications such as BLS; CCMA or CMA and CPT are preferred for specialized areas.