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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 4,644 posted support services roles in California rates. This role sits in the 51st percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 2% above the California median for support services roles.
The Medical Assistant assists physicians, physician assistants, or nurse practitioners in providing patient care within the appropriate scope of practice. They are responsible for supporting the clinical team while demonstrating the organization's core values of patient-focused, whole-person care.
Medical Assistant at Redwood Memorial Hospital in Fortuna. This position is Full time and will work 10-hour, Day shifts.
Under the general direction of the Department Manager, the Medical Assistant of the St. Joseph Health Rural Health Clinic is responsible to assist the physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner in providing patient care while demonstrating our core values. The medical assistant will function within the appropriate scope of practice.
Providence Redwood Memorial Hospital is committed to delivering top-notch healthcare, earning a 5-star rating from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as well as a Top Performing Hospital rating from the Partnership Health Plan's Hospital Quality Improvement Program in 2024. Join our reputable team and be part of a healthcare institution known for its clinical excellence and compassionate care.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Redwood Memorial Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's Degree Related field. Or
Bachelor's Degree Related field.
Coursework/Training Completion of a Medical Assistant program from an accredited school or course.
Upon hire: National Medical Assistant Certification
2 years Working experience as a medical assistant.
Experience in an ambulatory care setting.
IDX, EHealthline, Meditech, EMR and Allscripts, Epic experience.
Candidates must hold a National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association and ideally possess a Medical Assistant certification. Two years of working experience as a medical assistant, preferably in an ambulatory care setting, is required along with proficiency in various EMR systems.
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits [https://providence.jobs/benefits/].
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles
The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Fortuna, Healdsburg, Napa, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer [https://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/eeo/]. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity [https://providence.jobs/diversity/] makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Market context
California medical assistant roles need bilingual support
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.
