Medical Assistant/Attendant (MSC EXP) Req# HRA-811

Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

San Benito Health Care District is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in the outpatient clinic. You will assist providers with patient care, complete intake, document in the EHR, and help coordinate appointments and referrals.

This role requires completion of a Certified Medical Assistant Program and BLS certification, with a preference for one year of medical office experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare insurance/billing, and basic computer/EHR systems.
• EKG competency required following hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, including vital signs, medication and allergy review, chief complaints, and EHR documentation.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms and assist providers with examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Schedule appointments, register patients, verify insurance coverage, collect payments, and coordinate referrals and follow-up care.
• Perform approved clinical duties, including specimen handling, CLIA-waived testing, suture/staple removal, and EKGs within scope and competency.
• Maintain accurate patient records, process documentation, and track laboratory, imaging, pathology, and consultation results.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and prepared clinical areas and monitor medical and office supplies.
• Provide professional, compassionate customer service and communicate effectively with patients, providers, and the healthcare team.
• Support specialty clinic functions, including OB/GYN services, as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare insurance/billing

Basic computer/EHR systems

EKG competency

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

Certified Medical Assistant Program

Tools

EKG equipment

Job description

Provides clinical and administrative support within the outpatient clinic setting. Assists providers with patient care, coordinates appointments and referrals, maintains accurate patient information in the electronic health record (EHR), and supports efficient front and back-office operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, including vital signs, medication and allergy review, chief complaints, and EHR documentation.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms and assist providers with examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Schedule appointments, register patients, verify insurance coverage, collect payments, and coordinate referrals and follow-up care.
• Perform approved clinical duties, including specimen handling, CLIA-waived testing, suture/staple removal, and EKGs within scope and competency.
• Maintain accurate patient records, process documentation, and track laboratory, imaging, pathology, and consultation results.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and prepared clinical areas and monitor medical and office supplies.
• Provide professional, compassionate customer service and communicate effectively with patients, providers, and the healthcare team.
• Support specialty clinic functions, including OB/GYN services, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant Program required.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• One (1) year of medical office experience as a Medical Assistant highly preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare insurance/billing, and basic computer/EHR systems.
• EKG competency required following hire.

Job Type: Full-time, Day Shift - Temporary (less than 90 days)

Pay: $26-$36/hourly

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, physical exam, drug test, and verification of education qualifications and credentials.

San Benito Health Care District is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination and harassment against employees, applicants for employment, individuals providing services in the workplace pursuant to a contract, and volunteers based on their actual or perceived: race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), age (40 and over), sexual orientation, status, military and veteran status and any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law (sometimes referred to, collectively, as “protected characteristics”).