Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Full-time, Day shift

Adventist Health; California; On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Twin Cities in Templeton, CA, is seeking staff to provide non-invasive, routine support under licensed supervision. The role includes exam room setup, vital signs collection, venipuncture, and audiometry/vision testing.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification; CMA/RMA or phlebotomy credentials are preferred. This is a full-time position in a clinic environment with daily shifts.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED required.
• BLS certification required per AH policy.
• CMA or RMA preferred; licensure/experience acceptable.
• Phlebotomy certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up exam rooms and check in patients, maintain recall system and lab referrals.
• Obtain vital signs and communicate findings to the physician.
• Perform venipunctures as ordered.
• Perform audiometry and vision testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Venipuncture

Vital signs

Audiometry

Vision testing

Patient care support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CMA/RMA preferred

BLS certification required

Phlebotomy certificate preferred

CHDP certificate within 6 months preferred

Tools

Audiometry equipment

Vision testing equipment

Job description

Job Description

Located in Templeton amongst the oak trees, Adventist Health Twin Cities has been serving northern San Luis Obispo County since 1977. Comprised of a 122-bed acute care facility, our team provides exceptional care in emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and various medical, surgical and outpatient services. Locals enjoy weekly farmers markets in downtown Templeton, farm-to-fork dining, beautiful landscapes for hiking and biking, and beach days just fifteen minutes away at Cambria and Morro Bay.

Job Summary

Performs non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or equivalent combination of licensure and experience: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP within six months of hire.: Preferred
• Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs. Reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
• Performs venipunctures as ordered.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

JOB INFO

• Job Identification : 73878
• Job Category : Assistant
• Posting Date : 2026-10-09T07:00:00+00:00
• Job Shift : Day Shift
• Locations : CA, United States
• Assignment Category : Full-time regular
• Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.89 to $33.27. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
• Hiring Department : Atascadero
• Shift Length : 8 Hours