Pediatric Medical Assistant: Back & Front Office Support

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Assistant I (MA I) at CHOC is an unlicensed healthcare professional who performs routine technical services within medical practice settings under physician supervision. The MA I supports back-office and front-office operations to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care.

Qualified candidates have a HS diploma or MA training, healthcare externship, and strong English skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred, with proficiency in medical terminology and basic computer

Qualifications

• Previous work experience or externship in a healthcare setting.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent; graduate of a MA program is preferred.
• Must be able to understand and use medical terminology.
• Proficient in English; bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine technical services under physician supervision.
• Support back-office and front-office workflow for efficient patient care.
• Maintain patient safety, privacy and comfort during procedures.
• Document accurately using medical terminology and EHR systems.

Skills

Healthcare experience

English proficiency

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

MA diploma or vocational training

Tools

EHR software

Job description

The Medical Assistant I (MA I) at CHOC is an unlicensed healthcare professional who performs routine technical services within medical practice settings under physician supervision. The MA I supports back-office and front-office operations to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care.

Qualified candidates have a HS diploma or MA training, healthcare externship, and strong English skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred, with proficiency in medical terminology and basic computer