AltaMed·Santa Ana, California
The Medical Assistant III provides direct patient care by performing routine clinical procedures and technical supportive services. Responsibilities include administering injections, performing venipunctures, and managing clerical tasks within the clinic setting.
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Job Overview Within the regulatory scope of practice, the medical assistant III assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures and technical and clerical supportive services in the clinic setting.
The Medical Assistant III may administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, or intradermal injections, perform skin tests, administer oral medication, perform venipunctures, and perform skin punctures for blood specimens.
Minimum Requirements High School graduate or GED, along with a Medical Assistant diploma, is required.
A California phlebotomist license is preferred.
Minimum of 4 years of experience, preferred Minimum of 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred.
Bilingual preferred.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation $27.25 - $32.02 hourly Compensation Disclaimer Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.
The range is subject to change.
AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization.
This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Commuter Flexible Spending Career Advancement & Development opportunities Paid Time Off & Holidays Paid CME Days Malpractice insurance and tail coverage Tuition Reimbursement Program Corporate Employee Discounts Employee Referral Bonus Program Pet Care Insurance Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.
After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Candidates must be high school graduates with a Medical Assistant diploma and a valid BLS certification. A California phlebotomist license and experience working with frail or elderly populations are preferred.
Market context
In California, support-services roles in outpatient and clinic settings are typically in steady demand because they help keep patient flow, documentation, and front-desk or clinical support running smoothly. These positions can be competitive when employers want candidates with a high school diploma, a medical assistant certificate, BLS certification, and prior outpatient experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification dates and outpatient experience before applying.
