Medical Assistant (MA I, MA II, MA III) - Torrance

Providence Health & Services; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Assistant in Torrance, CA. This role encompasses various levels, from Associate to Senior Medical Assistant, each contributing to patient care and clinic operations. Ideal candidates will possess BLS certification and relevant medical assisting experience. Enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Best-in-class benefits

Qualifications

• 0-2 years medical assisting experience in a clinic setting.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing basic patient care under a licensed practitioner.
• Perform administrative and clinical duties as directed.

Skills

Customer Service

BLS Certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program

Medical training in the United States Armed Forces

Job description

This is a combined posting for the positions of Associate Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Senior Medical Assistant. The requirements for each role are listed below under each respective title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you meet the qualifications for any of these positions, we encourage you to apply.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Institute and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

The Medical Assistant (MA) I works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing basic patient care to assigned patients. Basic patient care needs will be met through both administrative and clinical duties. An MA I is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

The Medical Assistant (MA) II works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. A MA II performs all aspects of the MA I role and is fully competent in the clinical needs/functions for the assigned clinic/location of work. An MA II is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

The Medical Assistant (MA) III works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. A MA III is capable of performing all aspects of the MA I and MA II roles. Additionally, the MA III proactively takes initiative and serves as an informal leader with additional responsibilities related to the clinic/location. MA III serves as an ambassador, change agent, quality champion, and mentor/resource to Medical Assistants by providing support, guidance, and training as needed.

Associate Medical Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Medical assisting experience in a clinic setting (0-6 months)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program with an externship (Applied learning) or
• Coursework/Training: Completed medical training in the United States Armed Forces or
• Coursework/Training: Worked as a Medical Assistant in a clinic environment for at least six months or
• 6 months prior experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• 6 months prior experience working with Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Associate Medical Assistant Salary Range:
Torrance, CA
Min: $23.00, Max: $30.54

Medical Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 6 months healthcare experience
• 6 months Medical Assistant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program with an externship (Applied learning) or
• Coursework/Training: Completed medical training in the United States Armed Forces or
• Coursework/Training: Worked as a Medical Assistant in a clinic environment for at least six months or
• Upon hire: National Medical Assistant Certification

Medical Assistant Salary Range:
Torrance, CA
Min: $23.00, Max: $33.11

Senior Medical Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 2 years Medical assisting experience in a clinic setting.
• 2 years experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment, including handling confidential data with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program with an externship (Applied learning) or
• Coursework/Training: Completed medical training in the United States Armed Forces or
• Coursework/Training: Worked as a Medical Assistant in a clinic environment for at least six months or
• Upon hire: National Medical Assistant Certification

Senior Medical Assistant Salary Range:
Torrance, CA
Min: $23.00, Max: $35.41

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.