Reproductive Health Medical Assistant I — Vital Role

Planned Parenthood Northern California; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan (403b)

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Planned Parenthood Northern California seeks a Medical Assistant I to join the Eureka Health Center team. This full-time RHS role supports reproductive health services, performs essential clinical tasks, and collaborates with licensed providers to ensure patient-centered care.

The position requires adaptability, travel to regional centers as needed, and a strong commitment to confidential, respectful patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Ability to work calmly in a busy health-center environment.
• Knowledge of medical assistant practices and reproductive health care preferred.
• Excellent customer service, problem solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient health information and assist staff in a patient-centered manner.
• Process and document lab work.
• Assist in recovery room if surgical services are provided.
• Take vital signs, venipuncture, injections, and document in EMR.
• Prepare exam rooms and labs, stock supplies, and maintain equipment.
• Support licensed providers in delivering clinical services as directed.
• Educate patients about Planned Parenthood services in a respectful, factual manner.
• Assist in abortion procedures and post-procedure recovery as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Travel flexibility

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Medical Assistant certificate desired

Job description

Planned Parenthood Northern California seeks a Medical Assistant I to join the Eureka Health Center team. This full-time RHS role supports reproductive health services, performs essential clinical tasks, and collaborates with licensed providers to ensure patient-centered care.

The position requires adaptability, travel to regional centers as needed, and a strong commitment to confidential, respectful patient interactions.