Medical Assistant - Cardiology-Pleasanton - Full Time - 8 Hour - Days

John Muir Health; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

John Muir Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and care teams in both front and back office settings. You will gather and document patient data, help manage patient flow, and collaborate with managers and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, at least 1 year of ambulatory experience, and BLS certification. EMR experience is preferred, with additional certifications beneficial for certain

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.
• Completion and documentation of California venipuncture/phlebotomy competency preferred or required for specific departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and care teams in Front Office or Back Office to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Gather, organize, and document healthcare data information.
• Coordinate with practice manager, RN supervisor or director to support operations.

Skills

Strong communication

Bilingual

Venipuncture/Phlebotomy

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

Phlebotomy Equipment

Job description

Job Description:

The Medical Assistant works with the physician and other members of the primary or specialty care team by performing a variety of clinical and administrative patient-related duties, in the “Front Office” or “Back Office”. The medical assistant also works to fulfill a variety of patient needs and ensures smooth patient flow within the department, including gathering, organizing and documenting healthcare data information. The medical assistant reports directly to the practice manager, RN supervisor or director.

Education:

• Completion of Medical Assistant Program - Accredited

Experience:

• 1 year Ambulatory
• Preferred 1 year Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Certifications/Licensures:

• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association - Certification Required
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Preferred
• or CMA - Certified Medical Assistant Preferred
• Specialty areas may have additional requirements
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) Preferred

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Completion and documentation of California requirements with demonstrated competency for venipuncture/phlebotomy - Preferred (required for specific departments)

Work Shift:

• 08.0 - 08:30 - 17:00 No Waive (United States of America)

Pay Range:

• $32.87 - $44.38 Hourly Offer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure.

Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area. Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word ‘exempt’ on it.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

• 40

John Muir Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health care organization east of San Francisco serving patients in Contra Costa, Alameda and southern Solano Counties. It includes a network of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians and 6,300 employees, The health system’s facilities include John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center (554-bed acute care facility), which serves as Contra Costa County's only designated trauma center, and John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center (247-bed acute care facility). Together, they are recognized as top centers for neurosciences, orthopedic, cancer, cardiovascular, trauma, emergency, pediatric, and high-risk obstetrics care. Other areas of specialty include general surgery, robotic surgery, weight-loss surgery, rehabilitation and critical care. In February 2024, John Muir Health opened the Behring Pavilion, which is home to the UCSF-John Muir Health Jean and Ken Hofmann Cancer Center in Walnut Creek. This state-of-the-art facility brings cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care coordination into one location. Patients benefit from the expertise of top cancer specialists from John Muir Health and UCSF Health and have access to the latest treatment advances close to home. John Muir Health also offers complete inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs and services at our 73-bed fully accredited psychiatric hospital and outpatient center located in Concord. In addition, John Muir Health provides a number of primary care and outpatient services at 89 practice sites throughout the community and urgent care centers in Berkeley, Brentwood, Concord, San Ramon and Walnut Creek. John Muir Health offers a collaborative, patient-centered health care environment with an emphasis on listening, explaining, and working together as a team, to help patients achieve their optimal health. We recognize those who exemplify excellence and reward them for contributing to our collective success. From individual to department to spontaneous recognition, Employee of the Month, Employee Suggestion Program rewards, Employee Success Sharing Program and many more, we find unique ways to thank our employees for the outstanding efforts they make every day. Competitive salary and benefit package available.

At John Muir Health, we strive to be a leading health system through the cultivation of a culture of belonging where every patient, employee, provider, and community member feels safe and valued for embracing all aspects of their differences.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage and consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please visit the EEO website here. All hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission, a national surveyor of quality patient care. John Muir Health is an equal opportunity employer.