Medical Assistant

Cardinal Health; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

FlexPay

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health Fresno seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support to physicians across multiple departments. The role requires strong communication, adaptability, and a patient-first approach to deliver high-quality care.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking history, assisting with exams, performing EKGs and specimen collection, documenting in EMR, and coordinating referrals. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have Medical Assistant Diploma or Certification.
• Current BLS/CPR certification highly preferred.
• Two years of Medical Assistant experience highly preferred.
• Oncology knowledge preferred.
• Experience in a specialty clinic or outpatient setting preferred.
• Knowledge of EMR systems and medical terminology.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing assignments.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as directed and within scope of practice.
• Perform EKGs, specimen collection, wound care, and other clinical procedures as assigned.
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Schedule appointments, coordinate referrals, and obtain insurance authorizations.
• Educate patients on medications, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Clean and stock exam rooms and maintain infection control standards.
• Float between multiple specialty departments based on staffing needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Clinical support

BLS/CPR certification

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Adaptability

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma or Certification

Tools

EMR Systems

Job description

What Clinical Services contributes to Cardinal Health The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to physicians and healthcare providers. This role requires flexibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt quickly to different clinical environments while delivering high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as directed and within scope of practice.
• Perform EKGs, specimen collection, wound care, and other clinical procedures as assigned.
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Schedule appointments, coordinate referrals, and obtain insurance authorizations.
• Educate patients on medications, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Clean and stock exam rooms and maintain infection control standards.
• Float between multiple specialty departments based on staffing needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Diploma or Certification, required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification, highly preferred.
• Two years of Medical Assistant experience, highly preferred.
• Oncology knowledge, preferred.
• Experience in a specialty clinic or outpatient setting, preferred.
• Knowledge of EMR systems and medical terminology.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing assignments.

Location cCARE Fresno 7130 N Millbrook Ave. Fresno, CA 93720

Anticipated hourly range: $23.00 per hour - $28.93 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 11/13/2026

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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