Onsite Medical Assistant — Primary & Specialty Care

UCLA Health; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Santa Clarita is seeking a patient-care oriented Medical Assistant. You will perform age-appropriate assessments, measure vital signs, document in medical records, and prepare examination rooms while assisting clinicians with procedures.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, conducting basic lab tests, administering injections and venipuncture, and coordinating referrals. A strong patient communication style and teamwork are essential for smooth clinic flow.

Qualifications

• Medical assistant diploma or certificate from an ACCREDITED program.
• National certification for medical assistants by CMA/NCCT/AMT.
• Demonstrated training in injections and skin tests; multiple hours of venipuncture practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate assessment and interventions.
• Interview patients, record vital signs, and document in medical records.
• Prepare treatment rooms and assist clinicians with patient care.
• Inventory, order, and replenish medical supplies.
• Perform routine treatments and basic laboratory tests.
• Respond to patient requests and ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Work as part of a flexible team to maintain workflow.
• Assist in orientation of new staff and standard procedures.

Skills

Vital signs

CPR/BLS

Injections

Venipuncture

EKG

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Inventory management

Team player

Referral scheduling

Education

Medical assistant diploma/certificate

CMA/NCCT/AMT cert

Injections/skin tests training

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

UCLA Health in Santa Clarita is seeking a patient-care oriented Medical Assistant. You will perform age-appropriate assessments, measure vital signs, document in medical records, and prepare examination rooms while assisting clinicians with procedures.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, conducting basic lab tests, administering injections and venipuncture, and coordinating referrals. A strong patient communication style and teamwork are essential for smooth clinic flow.