Medical Assistant, Care4U

San Antonio Community Hospital; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital is seeking a medical assistant to support physician-led care in the urgent care setting. The role involves coordinating patient care, performing vital assessments, and assisting with medication administration. Candidates should have a relevant medical assistant certification or recent RN training, alongside experience in urgent care settings.

Qualifications

• Urgent care experience preferred.
• Current BLS card from American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating care in the urgent care setting.
• Perform patient assessments and document vitals.
• Administer medications and assist with procedures.

Skills

Vitals

Triage categories

Medication administration

Splinting

Lab and radiology orders competency

Medication rotation and record keeping

Education

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program

Recent completion of one year formal RN program

Tools

EKG machine

Blood pressure machine

Otoscope

Oxygen tank

Stethoscope

Nebulizer

Glucose meter

Thermometer

Pulse-oximeter

Computer

Copy machine

Fax machine

Scanner

Job description

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

A medical assistant functions under the direction, guidance, and supervision of a licensed physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or RN. A medical assistant assists in coordinating all aspects of the care received in the Urgent Care setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program. In lieu of a Medical Assistant course, recent completion of one year formal RN program.

Experience: Urgent care experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:Vitals, triage categories, medication administration, splinting, competency in lab and radiology orders, knowledge of medication rotation and record keeping.

License/Certifications:Current BLS card from American Heart Association (AHA).

Equipment:EKG machine, blood pressure machine, otoscope, oxygen tank, stethoscope, nebulizer, glucose meter, thermometer, pulse-oximeter, Omnicell medication dispensing cabinet, computer, copy machine, fax machine, and scanner.

Physical Requirements:Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job.

PAY RANGE

$21.50 - $29.84

The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills.For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.