Medical Assistant

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia, CA seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinical providers by facilitating patient flow and performing basic registration and clerical duties. You will collect patient data, document in the EHR, and help prepare patients for examinations.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program graduate, CCMA/BLS preferred, and EMR/EHR experience. Join a team focused on compassionate, patient-centered care at a leading Level II trauma center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Medical Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant facilitates patient flow and assists with patient care activities.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

Your Work Here Matters. Your Career Here Thrives.

Imagine coming to work every day knowing that what you do genuinely changes lives. At Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, that’s not just a tagline — it’s the reality for every member of our team.

We’re not just a hospital. We’re the heartbeat of the Santa Clarita Valley — a 357-bed, not-for-profit Level II Trauma Center that has been a trusted pillar of this community since 1975. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals who want to be part of something bigger than themselves.

Where Clinical Excellence Meets Cutting-Edge Care

Here, you’ll work alongside an award-winning team delivering some of the most advanced medical services in the region, including:

• Comprehensive heart and vascular care
• Advanced stroke treatment
• Cancer care in partnership with Keck Medicine of USC
• Women's imaging and breast health services
• Emergency and trauma care
• Cardiac rehabilitation and wellness programs

As a key part of Los Angeles County's STEMI receiving network, we provide lifesaving cardiac intervention through our state-of-the-art Roberta G. Veloz Cardiac Cath Lab. We continuously invest in the latest technology and innovation — which means you’ll always be working at the forefront of modern medicine.

A Culture You'll Be Proud to Be Part Of

Our vision — To Be the Most Patient-Centric Hospital Anywhere — drives everything we do. But it’s our people who make that vision a reality. Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion, collaboration, and excellence.

When you join Henry Mayo, you’re not just accepting a job offer. You’re joining a family that genuinely cares — about our patients, our community, and you.

Located in Beautiful Valencia, California

Nestled in the vibrant Santa Clarita Valley, you’ll enjoy an exceptional quality of life both inside and outside of work — with top-rated schools, scenic surroundings, and a welcoming community that generations of families proudly call home.

Ready to make your mark? Join the team that’s been setting the standard for compassionate, innovative healthcare for nearly 50 years. Your next great chapter starts here.

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant is primarily responsible for providing support to the clinical providers by facilitating patient flow, assisting with various patient care activities, and performing related administrative and clerical functions when needed, including: collecting patient data in person and by phone and documenting patient concerns, messages and care provided in the EHR for the physicians’ review, scheduling of appointments and procedures, complete and accurate message taking, routing messages to the appropriate area for direction, order and referral entry, and acquisition of pre-authorizations and basic registration and updating of demographics. Assists in preparing patients for examinations and procedures; accurately takes and records vital signs; enters necessary medical data in EMR/EHR; stocks and maintains exam room.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent communication skills; customer focused; excellent attention to detail; able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; strong interpersonal skills; able to work in a team environment.
• Customer service skills
• Computer skills

Licensure:

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) preferred
• Current BLS card (American Heart Association provider)
• Current CA Phlebotomy Certificate preferred

Education:

• Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) or more years recent experience working in a medical office
• Two (2) years of experience working in medical practice setting preferred
• Two (2) years of EMR/EHR experience highly preferred