Compassionate Medical Assistant | Flexible Schedule

communityhealthcenters; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Centers of the Central Coast (CHCCC) seeks a Medical Assistant to support Health Center operations, perform clinical and clerical duties, and assist in patient care.

Under supervision, MA administers meds, takes vitals, conducts basic lab tests, maintains clean patient areas, and ensures accurate documentation in the EMR; willingness to adapt to a busy environment is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program or CMA/RMA certification.
• If MA does not have CMA/RMA, must pass within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in Patient Care Team duties.
• Provides quality customer service following AIDET standards.
• Administers medications per Provider orders with appropriate checks.
• Performs vitals, immunization and preventive health measures as indicated.
• Maintains infection control and HIPAA compliant documentation in EMR.
• May act as interpreter between patient and provider when needed.
• Cleans and disinfects instruments and ensures proper sterilization.

Skills

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMA/RMA certification

CA Medical Board-approved certifying organization

Tools

EHR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Health Centers of the Central Coast (CHCCC) seeks a Medical Assistant to support Health Center operations, perform clinical and clerical duties, and assist in patient care.

Under supervision, MA administers meds, takes vitals, conducts basic lab tests, maintains clean patient areas, and ensures accurate documentation in the EMR; willingness to adapt to a busy environment is essential.