Medical Assistant - Clinic Support & Vital Signs

Adventist Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Reedley is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinic operations in Bakersfield. The role involves non-invasive clinical tasks under supervision, assisting in exam rooms, and coordinating patient flow within the clinic setting.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, Medical Assistant certification, and BLS. CHDP audiometry/vision training and phlebotomy certificates are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or CHDP certificate: Preferred
• Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AH policy: Required

Responsibilities

• Sets up exam rooms and maintains a patient recall system for labs, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs and reports findings to clinic physician.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Supports clinic operations by coordinating appointments and processing medication refill requests in a non-patient-facing environment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Adventist Health Reedley is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinic operations in Bakersfield. The role involves non-invasive clinical tasks under supervision, assisting in exam rooms, and coordinating patient flow within the clinic setting.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, Medical Assistant certification, and BLS. CHDP audiometry/vision training and phlebotomy certificates are preferred.