Medical Assistant

Providence; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Support for professional growth

Focus on well-being and financial security

Job summary

Providence is looking for a Medical Assistant (MA) II in Los Angeles to support patient care in a clinical setting. The role involves assisting licensed practitioners and requires completion of relevant medical training.

Successful candidates will have a minimum of 1 year of medical assistant experience and the ability to perform clinical tasks such as obtaining vital signs and administering medications. Join us at Providence Saint John's Medical Foundation to provide compassionate care to our communities.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program.
• Two years of medical training in the U.S. Armed Forces is valid.
• One year of work experience as a medical assistant with relevant clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties to assist in providing patient care.
• Work under the delegation of a licensed practitioner.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and regulations.

Skills

Clinical skills

Obtaining vital signs

Administering injections

Medication administration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for medical assistants

Registered medical assistant apprenticeship program

Completed medical training in the U.S. Armed Forces

Job description

The Medical Assistant (MA) II works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. A MA II performs all aspects of the MA I role and is fully competent in the clinical needs/functions for assigned clinic/location of work. An MA II is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Saint John's Medical Foundation in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

• Coursework/Training Graduate of an accredited school that includes hands on training in a clinical setting for medical assistants Or
• Coursework/Training Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program Or
• Coursework/Training Has completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces Or
• Coursework/Training Minimum one year of work experience as a medical assistant that includes the following clinical skills: obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration Or
• Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 6 months Healthcare experience
• 6 months Medical Assistant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Upon hire: National Medical Assistant Certification

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.