Medical Assistant
Astrana Health, Inc.·Westminster, California
Astrana Health, Inc.·Westminster, California
Perform administrative and clinical duties to assist physicians and nurses, including scheduling and maintaining medical records. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, recording patient history, and measuring vital signs.
Description We are currently seeking a highly motivated Medical Assistant to assist our medical providers. This role will report to our Medical Office Manager/Site Administrator and enable us to continue to scale in the healthcare industry.
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What You'll Do Assists physicians, nurses, and other medical staff by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records Clinical duties may include, such as preparing a treatment room for patient exams, recording patient medical history, and cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in the patient's chart Interviews patients to obtain their medical history Records patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in patient medical files Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills in a fast-pace environment Good verbal and written communication skills Be able to prioritize workload while remaining flexible May be required to work overtime to meet tight deadlines
At least One (1) or more years of experience working as a Medical Assistant Active and unrestricted Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in California High school diploma or GED (Preferred) Fluent in Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese You're great for this role if: Ability to maintain confidentiality following HIPAA Demonstration of mature judgment Attention to detail, organized, ethical, and reliable Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a courteous and friendly manner
Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions Our organization follows an in-person work structure where the expectation is to work onsite on a daily basis. The office location is . The total pay range for this role is: $20 - $23 per hour. This salary range represents our national target range for this role.
Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at humanresourcesdept@astranahealth.com to request an accommodation.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Requires at least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant and an active CMA certification in California. A high school diploma is preferred, and fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese is desired.
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.
