Multisite Medical Assistant: Clinical & Admin Support

PIH Health Hospital; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative tasks under licensed practitioner supervision. You will assist with patient intake, basic procedures, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and documentation in the EHR.

This role may float between clinic locations and requires strong English communication, accuracy, and adaptability. BLS and phlebotomy training are required; Spanish bilingual skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS Basic Life Support certification from American Heart Association.
• Certificate for venipuncture/phlebotomy training.
• High school diploma or GED on record.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• DL number and valid in-state license if float pool.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake, exams, and basic procedures.
• Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing.
• Administer medications and vaccines when delegated and authorized.
• Document care and coordinate referrals/authorizations.
• Maintain patient records and communicate with providers, payers and departments.

Skills

Strong communication

Fluent in English

Medical terminology

Infection control

Adaptability

Visual acuity

Clinical skills

Cash handling

Data entry / typing

Honesty / reliability

EHR knowledge

Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

Travel between clinics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy training certificate

CPR/BLS certification

Medical Assistant program certificate

Driver license (DL number)

Job description

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative tasks under licensed practitioner supervision. You will assist with patient intake, basic procedures, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and documentation in the EHR.

This role may float between clinic locations and requires strong English communication, accuracy, and adaptability. BLS and phlebotomy training are required; Spanish bilingual skills are preferred.