Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Operations

CommonSpirit Health; Morro Bay (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Pacific Central Coast Health Centers are seeking a Medical Assistant to support patients and care teams, preparing patient charts, assisting with examinations, and ensuring efficient clinic flow.

You will maintain accurate EMR documentation, perform vital sign measurements, coordinate with pharmacies and insurance for authorizations, and uphold a sterile, organized clinical environment. CPR training is required within 90 days; preferred 1–3 years MA experience.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a medical assistant training program.
• Basic Life Support - CPR within 90 Days.
• Preferred 1–3 years medical assistant experience.
• Experience with EMR and clinic workflows.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications and measure vital signs.
• Maintain sterile, organized clinical environment.
• Manage medical records and EMR documentation.
• Coordinate with physicians, pharmacies, and insurers for authorizations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Patient empathy

Multitasking

Education

Medical Assistant training program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's Pacific Central Coast Health Centers are seeking a Medical Assistant to support patients and care teams, preparing patient charts, assisting with examinations, and ensuring efficient clinic flow.

You will maintain accurate EMR documentation, perform vital sign measurements, coordinate with pharmacies and insurance for authorizations, and uphold a sterile, organized clinical environment. CPR training is required within 90 days; preferred 1–3 years MA experience.