Medical Assistant- Pediatrics

Astrana Health, Inc.; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health, Inc. in Alhambra, California is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our clinic operations team. The successful candidate will assist in both administrative and clinical tasks, such as maintaining medical records and preparing treatment rooms. You should have at least one year of experience, hold a valid CMA certification, and possess strong communication skills.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly compensation of $23.00 - $25.00, and the ability to work onsite is required. Bilingual candidates in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese are highly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses in clinical duties.
• Schedule appointments and maintain medical records.
• Prepare treatment rooms and record patient histories.
• Measure vital signs and document information.
• Interview patients to obtain medical history.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in Mandarin

Fluent in Cantonese

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Clear verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Active and unrestricted Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in California

Job description

Medical Assistant- Pediatrics

Department: Clinic Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: 328 S. First St. #F Alhambra, CA 91801

Reporting To: Lina Iniguez

Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 / hour

What You’ll Do

• Assists physicians, nurses, and other medical staff by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician
• Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records
• Clinical duties may include preparing a treatment room for patient exams, recording patient medical history, and cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment
• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, and measure vital signs (weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature) while documenting all information in the patient’s chart
• Interviews patients to obtain their medical history
• Records patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in patient medical files
• Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills in a fast‑pace environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to prioritize workload while remaining flexible
• May be required to work overtime to meet tight deadlines

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of experience working as a Medical Assistant
• Active and unrestricted Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in California
• High school diploma or GED
• Fluent in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese

You’re great for this role if:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality following HIPAA
• Demonstration of mature judgment
• Attention to detail, organized, ethical, and reliable
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a courteous and friendly manner

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• Our organization follows an in‑person work structure where the expectation is to work onsite on a daily basis. The office location is .
• The total pay range for this role is: $20 - $23 per hour. This salary range represents our national target range for this role.

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirms Commitment to create a workplace that respects the rights, dignity, and interests of all individuals. Astrana Health does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

Additional Information:

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.