Outpatient Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

Legacy Staffing; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Staffing is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) for a healthcare client operating ambulatory centers in Kern County, CA. Under clinical leadership, the MA provides administrative, clerical, and clinical support to ensure high-quality patient care with prevention and compassionate service.

This full-time/temporary assignment requires CPR/BLS, venipuncture, and Medical Assistant training, with travel to multiple clinic locations as needed. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant training per California Medical Board requirements.
• Current Venipuncture certification.
• CPR and BLS certifications required.
• Experience working under licensed medical professionals.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and equipment per provider needs.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for visits.
• Record vital signs (height, weight, BP, temp) and collect basic measurements.
• Verify patient information, medical history, and visit reason.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications/injections per orders.
• Collect lab specimens and perform CLIA-waived testing.
• Review orders, referrals, and medication refill requests.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training

Job description

Legacy Staffing is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) for a healthcare client operating ambulatory centers in Kern County, CA. Under clinical leadership, the MA provides administrative, clerical, and clinical support to ensure high-quality patient care with prevention and compassionate service.

This full-time/temporary assignment requires CPR/BLS, venipuncture, and Medical Assistant training, with travel to multiple clinic locations as needed. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.