Medical Assistant

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

Job summary

Dignity Health's Pacific Central Coast Health Centers (PHC) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and help manage patient flow in a fast-paced clinic setting located on the Central Coast of California.

You will prepare patient charts, assist during examinations, administer medications, measure vital signs, and ensure EMR documentation is accurate. The role requires strong organization, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient care and clinic efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a medical assistant training program.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 90 days.
• 1–3 years medical assistant experience (preferred).
• Experience in the area of clinic specialty (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing patients for examinations or medical procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications and perform vital sign measurements.
• Maintain a sterile, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Manage medical records, including EMR input and chart documentation.
• Communicate patient concerns to physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Coordinate with pharmacies and insurance for patient medication authorizations.

Education

Medical Assistant Training Program

Basic Life Support (CPR) Certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Medical Assistant (MA), you will help patients and our healthcare team streamline clinic operations and patient care so they can access efficient and top-quality medical services.

Every day you will prepare comprehensive patient charts, ensuring all medical records are accurate and current. You will be expected to support multiple patients daily, facilitating doctor visits and clinic flow in a fast-paced medical environment.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong organizational skills, patient empathy, and a commitment to clinical efficiency. As a key member of our healthcare support team, your enthusiasm to help others and work efficiently will drive patient satisfaction and operational success.

Some of your daily activities will include:

• Assisting in preparing patients for examinations or medical procedures.
• Administering prescribed medications and performing precise vital sign measurements.
• Maintaining a sterile, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Managing medical records, including EMR input and chart documentation.
• Communicating patient concerns effectively to physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Coordinating with pharmacies and insurance for patient medication authorizations.

Job Requirements

Required

• Must have completed a medical assistant training program
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 90 Days

Preferred

• 1-3 years medical assistant experience
• Experience in area of clinic specialty

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health's Pacific Central Coast Health Centers (PHC) is a non-profit Community clinic organization comprised of more than 40 health centers located primarily from Ventura to Templeton, spanning the coast. Our experienced physicians and advanced practice providers offer a wide range of primary and specialty care services. PHC is a part of Dignity Health Central Coast's award-winning network of outstanding hospitals, imaging centers, laboratories, and post-acute services.

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Pay Range

$26.06 - $36.81 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.