Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Full-time, Day shift

Adventist Health • Atascadero, CA

3d • $26 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

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. The role is based at Adventist Health Twin Cities, an acute care facility in Templeton providing emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and medical, surgical, and outpatient services.

Requirements

• High school education, GED, or equivalent.
• 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, as required by facility-specific requirements.
• Associates must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent combination of licensure and experience.
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or a CHDP certificate within six months of hire.
• 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 venipunctures as ordered.
• Perform audiometry and vision testing.
• 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