Outpatient Medical Assistant & Patient Services

CommonSpirit Health; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health Medical Foundation in Stockton, CA seeks a Medical Assistant to support daily operations for patients and medical teams. You will assist with exams, prepare charts, relay physician orders, and help coordinate with insurers and pharmacies for authorizations and refills.

The role emphasizes empathy, efficiency, and teamwork, with responsibility for vital signs, medical records, and patient communication while representing the SEIU-UHW union.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or military training equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient charts and assist with exams or procedures.
• Relay physician instructions and administer physician-directed medications.
• Perform accurate vital sign measurements and manage EMR/charting.
• Communicate patient concerns to providers and coordinate with insurance/pharmacies for authorizations and refills.
• Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate technical competence.

Skills

Customer service

Technical competence

Time management

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Medical Assistant program

Job description

Dignity Health Medical Foundation in Stockton, CA seeks a Medical Assistant to support daily operations for patients and medical teams. You will assist with exams, prepare charts, relay physician orders, and help coordinate with insurers and pharmacies for authorizations and refills.

The role emphasizes empathy, efficiency, and teamwork, with responsibility for vital signs, medical records, and patient communication while representing the SEIU-UHW union.