Medical Assistant IV

LE0050 University HealthCare Alliance; Castro Valley (CA); On-site; USD 44,468 - 56,688; Full time

Job summary

LE0050 University HealthCare Alliance in Castro Valley is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our clinic patient care team. The role encompasses performing clinical tasks in support of patient care delivery while coordinating referrals and acting as a liaison between medical assistants and providers.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in medical assisting with at least three years of experience and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, providing support to Medical Assistants at various levels, and maintaining clinical documentation.

This position may also require occasional travel and offers a competitive hourly wage starting between $32.28 and $41.15.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of related experience required.
• Ability to acquire new computer skills.
• Current CPR certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Care coordination for patient needs and referrals.
• Support Medical Assistants at different levels.
• Patient flow management and scribing for providers.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of Level I, II, and III duties

Advanced expertise in interdisciplinary tasks

Leadership and resource management skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma

Job description

Overview

The Medical Assistant is a member of the clinic patient care team, performing clinical tasks and procedures to support the delivery of care. The role supports patient flow, coordinates referrals and testing, and acts as a liaison between medical assistants and providers.

Responsibilities

• Care coordination for patient needs, tracking referrals and test completion.
• Collaborate with the team to develop daily assignment plans.
• Support Medical Assistants at Levels I, II, and III.
• Patient flow management, including clinical documentation in partnership with physicians as the lead for the clinic.
• Preceptor for new Medical Assistants and students.
• Participate in internal clinic audits.
• Communicate department and organizational updates and reminders.
• Maintain MD schedules as needed.
• Act as a resource for troubleshooting equipment and lead in the development of policies, procedures, and A3 projects for department improvement.
• Attend at least one leadership class per year as required.
• Scribe for providers when needed.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of Level I, II, and III duties.
• Advanced expertise in interdisciplinary tasks requiring complex problem‑solving.
• Understanding of organizational strategic goals and long‑term direction.
• Leadership and resource management skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant diploma from an approved school or equivalent documented training.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience.
• Ability to acquire new computer skills and serve as a resource for telemedicine.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Occasional sitting, constant walking, constant standing, constant bending, frequent squatting, occasional climbing, occasional kneeling.
• Constant hand use with frequent repetitive motion, frequent grasping, occasional fine manipulation.
• Frequent pushing and pulling, occasional reaching above shoulder level, frequent twisting and turning of neck and waist.
• Constant vision requirements for color, peripheral, distance, and focus.
• Lifting: frequent 0‑10 lbs, occasional 11‑20 lbs, 21‑30 lbs, 31‑40 lbs, seldom >40 lbs.
• Working environment includes exposure to clinical equipment, biohazards, hazardous drugs, and occasional foot control operation.

Travel Requirements

20% travel.

Compensation

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $32.28 – $41.15 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all its policies and practices. SHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or criminal convictions following individualized assessment.