San Antonio Regional Hospital·Upland, California
The medical assistant coordinates patient care in an urgent care setting under the supervision of licensed medical professionals. Additionally, the role involves performing diagnostic radiologic examinations on patients of all ages and providing finished exams for radiologist interpretation.
Overview JOB SUMMARY A medical assistant functions under the direction, guidance, and supervision of a licensed physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or RN. A medical assistant assists in coordinating all aspects of the care received in the Urgent Care setting. A limited Radiological Technician performs Radiologic examination on patients of all ages and provides Radiologist with finished exams for interpretation.
Education: See License and Certification Experience: Urgent care experience preferred. Knowledge and Skills: Vitals, triage categories, medication administration, splinting, competency in lab and radiology orders, knowledge of medication rotation and record keeping. Ability to perform diagnostic radiology exams. License/Certifications: Must hold and maintain (via required continuing education credits) current certifications from the ARRT, CRT for a limited practice technician permit. Current BLS card from American Heart Association (AHA).
EKG machine, blood pressure machine, otoscope, oxygen tank, stethoscope, nebulizer, glucose meter, thermometer, pulse-oximeter, Omnicell medication dispensing cabinet, computer, copy machine, fax Machine, and scanner. RIS, HIS, PACS, and stationary radiographic equipment.
Physical
Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job. PAY RANGE $23.00 - $33.42 The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills. For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.
Candidates must hold current ARRT and CRT certifications for a limited practice technician permit and a current BLS card from the AHA. Previous urgent care experience is preferred, along with proficiency in clinical skills such as triage, medication administration, and diagnostic equipment operation.
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.