Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

CommonSpirit Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for its Santa Maria clinic in California. You will proactively prepare patient charts, collect vital signs, and support clinicians with exam room readiness and patient education.

You will help maintain patient records, assist with procedures, and ensure safety and cleanliness across the care area. Ideal candidates have completed a medical assistant training program and BLS CPR, with 1–3 years of MA experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a medical assistant training program.
• Basic Life Support - CPR within 90 days.
• 1-3 years medical assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient charts and ensure information is up-to-date.
• Take vital signs and record findings on progress notes.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and assist with procedures.
• Collect and handle lab specimens following safety guidelines.
• Administer injections and provide patient education as needed.
• Maintain immunization and medication logs.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical documentation

CPR

Education

Medical assistant training program

Job description

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for its Santa Maria clinic in California. You will proactively prepare patient charts, collect vital signs, and support clinicians with exam room readiness and patient education.

You will help maintain patient records, assist with procedures, and ensure safety and cleanliness across the care area. Ideal candidates have completed a medical assistant training program and BLS CPR, with 1–3 years of MA experience preferred.