Dignity Health Medical Foundation·Elk Grove, California
The Medical Assistant will streamline clinic operations by preparing patient charts, facilitating doctor visits, and maintaining a sterile clinical environment. They are responsible for administering medications, recording vital signs, and managing medical records while communicating effectively with the healthcare team.
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 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.
To learn more and begin your journey click here Job Requirements Required 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) Preferred Six (6) months of experience in an outpatient setting as a Medical Assistant preferred Certification must be obtained through one of the private agencies approved by the Medical Board of California: American Association of Medical Assistants (preferred) American Medical Technologists American Medical Certification Association California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants Multi-skilled Medical Certification Institute, Inc. (NCCT) Familiarity with an electronic practice management system preferred #HelloMedicalAssistants
Candidates must have a high school diploma and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Additionally, applicants are required to hold a current BLS certification and possess strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding procedures.
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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