Medical Assistant: Clinic Support & Patient Care

Dignity Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to support patients and the healthcare team, improving clinic operations and patient care. The role emphasizes preparation of patient charts, accurate records, and efficient patient flow in a fast-paced environment.

Must complete an approved MA program, have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and hold current BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Formal Medical Assistant program completed as per CA requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills required.
• Medical terminology familiarity, CPT/ICD-10 coding knowledge, and pharmacology relevant to MA scope required.
• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive patient charts and ensure medical records are accurate and current.
• Support multiple patients daily and facilitate doctor visits and clinic flow.
• Maintain sterile, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Input EMR data and manage chart documentation.
• Communicate patient concerns effectively to physicians.
• Coordinate with pharmacies and insurance for medication authorizations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma

Formal Medical Assistant program

Military training equivalent to MA program

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Dignity Health is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to support patients and the healthcare team, improving clinic operations and patient care. The role emphasizes preparation of patient charts, accurate records, and efficient patient flow in a fast-paced environment.

Must complete an approved MA program, have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and hold current BLS certification through the American Heart Association.