Outpatient Medical Assistant - Clinical & Admin Support

Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

San Benito Health Care District is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in the outpatient clinic. You will assist providers with patient care, complete intake, document in the EHR, and help coordinate appointments and referrals.

This role requires completion of a Certified Medical Assistant Program and BLS certification, with a preference for one year of medical office experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare insurance/billing, and basic computer/EHR systems.
• EKG competency required following hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, including vital signs, medication and allergy review, chief complaints, and EHR documentation.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms and assist providers with examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Schedule appointments, register patients, verify insurance coverage, collect payments, and coordinate referrals and follow-up care.
• Perform approved clinical duties, including specimen handling, CLIA-waived testing, suture/staple removal, and EKGs within scope and competency.
• Maintain accurate patient records, process documentation, and track laboratory, imaging, pathology, and consultation results.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and prepared clinical areas and monitor medical and office supplies.
• Provide professional, compassionate customer service and communicate effectively with patients, providers, and the healthcare team.
• Support specialty clinic functions, including OB/GYN services, as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare insurance/billing

Basic computer/EHR systems

EKG competency

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

Certified Medical Assistant Program

Tools

EKG equipment

Job description

San Benito Health Care District is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in the outpatient clinic. You will assist providers with patient care, complete intake, document in the EHR, and help coordinate appointments and referrals.

This role requires completion of a Certified Medical Assistant Program and BLS certification, with a preference for one year of medical office experience.