CHI Health at Home·San Luis Obispo, California
Deliver direct patient care and skilled observations based on approved treatment plans in a home health setting. Collaborate with RN Case Managers and physicians to coordinate care and provide essential education to patients and caregivers.
Where You’ll Work Dignity Health’s Pacific Central Coast Health Centers (PHC) is a non-profit Community clinic organization comprised of more than 40 health centers located primarily from Ventura to Templeton, spanning the coast.
Our experienced physicians and advanced practice providers offer a wide range of primary and specialty care services.
PHC is a part of Dignity Health Central Coast’s award-winning network of outstanding hospitals, imaging centers, laboratories, and post-acute services.
One Community.
One Mission.
One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Medical Assistant (MA), you will help patients and our healthcare team streamline clinic operations and patient care so they can access efficient and top-quality medical services.
This is an SEIU-UHW represented position.
Every day you will prepare comprehensive patient charts, ensuring all medical records are accurate and current.
You will be expected to support multiple patients daily, facilitating doctor visits and clinic flow in a fast-paced medical environment.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong organizational skills, patient empathy, and a commitment to clinical efficiency.
As a key member of our healthcare support team, your enthusiasm to help others and work efficiently will drive patient satisfaction and operational success.
Some of your daily activities will include: Assisting in preparing patients for examinations or medical procedures.
Administering prescribed medications and performing precise vital sign measurements.
Maintaining a sterile, organized, and safe clinical environment.
Managing medical records, including EMR input and chart documentation.
Communicating patient concerns effectively to physicians and advanced practice providers.
Coordinating with pharmacies and insurance for patient medication authorizations.
Job Requirements Required Must have completed a medical assistant training program Basic Life Support - CPR, within 90 Days Preferred 1-3 years medical assistant experience Experience in area of clinic specialty
Must be a graduate of an accredited practical nursing program with a valid state license and current CPR/BLS certification. Requires at least one year of nursing experience, a valid driver's license, and compliant auto insurance.
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.
