Compassionate Medical Assistant | Patient Care & EMR

Dignity Health; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to support daily patient and clinical operations. You will prepare patient charts, assist with exams, relay physician instructions, and manage vital sign measurements while coordinating with providers, insurance, and pharmacies for medication authorizations and refills.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and complete a formal Medical Assistant program, with CPR/BLS at hire.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• CPR/BLS at hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient charts and assist with exams or procedures.
• Accurately obtain, document and relay vital signs.
• Inform patients about delays and provide timely updates.
• Support team meetings and department projects.
• Manage time efficiently and propose practical solutions.

Skills

Empathy

Vital signs assessment

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Medical Assistant program

Tools

CPR - Basic Life Support

Job description

Dignity Health seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to support daily patient and clinical operations. You will prepare patient charts, assist with exams, relay physician instructions, and manage vital sign measurements while coordinating with providers, insurance, and pharmacies for medication authorizations and refills.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and complete a formal Medical Assistant program, with CPR/BLS at hire.