Medical Assistant I

**Job Summary and Responsibilities**

As our Medical Assistant, you'll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team. Medical Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Staff Nurse and/or licensed medical practitioner in caring for the clinical patient and providing the best possible individualized nursing care in a timely manner with emphasis on cost containment.

Every day, you will take the lead on proactively preparing patient charts, ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in our facility. You can expect to have multiple patients daily depending on the number of physicians are on-site.

Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others, work efficiently, and your empathy for our patients.

**Job Requirements**

Required

+ One year experience in a outpatient medical office or physician clinic setting

+ Basic Life Support - BLS through an American Heart Association provider

+ Working knowledge of Google Workspace

+ Medical terminology, ability to clearly communicate and understand English

Preferred

+ Associates degree in a related field

+ Two years experience in a clinical setting

**Where You'll Work**

Founded in 1938, Dignity Health - Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta is a 25-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Mt. Shasta, California. Serving over 40,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care, and a family birth center. Additionally, Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta, has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.

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**Pay Range**

$24.00 - $25.30 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.