Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Clinic Overhead - Call Center (Full-Time Temporary, Day Shift)

Adventist Health • Hanford, CA

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant performs non-invasive, routine technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse midwife. This position supports clinic operations in a non-patient-facing environment by coordinating appointments, processing medication refill requests, and managing verification inquiries.

The role is based at Adventist Health Hanford, which serves the Kings County community through a hospital and outpatient clinics offering primary and specialty care. Associates must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• High school education, GED, or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or a CHDP certificate.
• Phlebotomy certificate.

Responsibilities

• Set up exam rooms and check in patients.
• Maintain a patient recall system, including a continuity-of-care log for lab tests, referrals, and transfers.
• Obtain vital signs and report significant findings and pertinent patient observations to the clinic physician.
• Perform audiometry and vision testing.
• Coordinate appointments, process medication refill requests, and manage verification inquiries in a non-patient-facing environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED