Medical Assistant

Amergis; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant in Emeryville, CA to support physicians during examinations and treatments. The role is contract full-time with a 40-hour workweek and pays $26 per hour.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, and strong telephone/clerical skills. CPR/X-ray/health cert may be required, with 1 year experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Good telephone communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of medical procedures.
• Knowledge of clerical functions.
• Current CPR card (if applicable).
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray (if applicable).
• Current Health Certificate (if applicable).
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred.
• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.
• Relevant certification/license if applicable.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in examination and treatment of patients under supervision.
• Perform duties under the direction of a physician to support exams and procedures.
• Maintain patient flow and handle relevant clerical tasks.

Skills

Medical terminology

Telephone communication

Clerical skills

CPR certification

Healthcare procedures knowledge

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Certification preferred

Minimum of 1 year relevant experience preferred

Job description

Medical Assistant

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: 26 Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: Emeryville, CA

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Good telephone communication skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of medical procedures
• Knowledge of clerical functions
• Current CPR card (if applicable)
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray (if applicable)
• Current Health Certificate (if applicable)
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred
• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.
• Relevant certification/ license if applicable.
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Initiative, Amergis will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Medical Assistant | Medical Assistant

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0132

Contract Duration: 26

Pay Rate: $26 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-15T19:48:00