Dignity Health Medical Foundation·Sacramento, California
The Medical Assistant will be responsible for proactively preparing patient charts, assisting with patient examinations and procedures, administering medications as directed, and accurately documenting vital signs. Daily activities also include maintaining a clean clinical environment and communicating patient concerns to providers.
Where You’ll Work Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California.
Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health – one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada.
Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the many communities we serve.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Medical Assistant at Dignity Health Medical Foundation clinics, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you’ll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team.
You’ll take the lead on proactively preparing patient charts- ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in our facility.
You can expect to have multiple patients daily depending on the number of physicians are on-site.
Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others, work efficiently, and your empathy for our patients.
This the perfect opportunity for a MA interested in growing their career.
Some of your daily activities will include: Assisting in preparing patients for examinations or procedures, assisting with procedures, relaying instructions from the physician to a patient or authorized person, and collecting patient data Administering medications specifically directed by the physician and performing accurate vital sign measurements and documentation.
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment, and performing patient care services that support the physician / provider's practice under the clinical supervision of the Physician, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Comfortable managing medical records- charts and EMR Communicate and document any patient concerns to physicians, physician’s assistants, or nurses Work with physicians, insurance providers, and pharmacies to obtain authorizations for patient medication, including refills To learn more and begin your journey click here Job Requirements
High school diploma (or equivalent) required Satisfactory completion of a formal Medical Assistant program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited Medical Assistant program (determination by Dignity Health Medical Foundation H.R. department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions) required Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills required Medical terminology, familiarity with CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures and reference tools, and pharmacology appropriate to the Medical Assistant scope of practice required Current BLS certification required (must be certified through the American Heart Association)
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have successfully completed a formal Medical Assistant program or equivalent military training. Required qualifications include excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills, familiarity with medical terminology and coding procedures, and current BLS certification.
Market context
In California, Medical Assistant openings often reflect steady demand in busy outpatient and pediatric settings, where bilingual English-Spanish communication can be especially valuable. These roles are competitive because employers commonly look for CPR certification, prior medical office experience, and preferred Medical Assistant certification or licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your CPR status and highlight any pediatric or bilingual experience in your application.
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