Medical Assistant

About the job

This role involves performing a broad range of clinical and administrative tasks to support patient care delivery in a busy health center. Medical Assistants support providers in performing exams, administering medications, managing documentation, and ensuring a safe and efficient environment for patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake, vital signs, and health screenings
• Administer medications and prepare patients for provider exams
• Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests and maintain equipment
• Document patient information in electronic medical records
• Support office workflow, including scheduling and communication
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized patient areas

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program or medical assistant certification/registration
• BLS/CPR certification
• Experience in outpatient clinical settings preferred
• Bilingual ability desirable

Benefits & Work Environment

• Full-time schedule, flexible work hours including possible evenings and weekends
• Requires ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for long periods
• Adheres to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards
• Inclusive, team-focused culture with patient-centered mission
• Located in Santa Maria, California

Healthcare · 500-1000

Community Health Centers of the Central Coast (CHC) is a non-profit network of community health centers serving California's Central Coast. Established in 1978, CHC operates over 31 state-licensed clinics, providing comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, and specialty care services. With a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, CHC offers accessible and affordable healthcare to underserved populations, including low-income, uninsured, and special populations such as migrant farmworkers and the homeless. Annually, CHC provides over 450,000 medical visits to nearly 150,000 individual patients, emphasizing quality care and community well-being.