Certified Medical Assistant / Administrative Assistant

Wellpath

San Luis Obispo, CAOn-siteFull time
With an account: save jobs, track applications, build tailored resumesAlready have an account? Log in
Location
San Luis Obispo, CA
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 26
Today
Career path

See where this role leads

Jigup maps the next three moves from a job like this one, with the titles and the skills each step asks for.

Create an account

About the company

Wellpath

Hospitals and Health Care · 5,001 to 10,000 employees

NOW IS YOUR MOMENT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Join our Wellpath family and make a difference every day by providing care to society’s most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Our team has the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those of you whose calling it is to serve others, we get it, it is ours too. This is your moment not only to advance your career but to join a mission that aligns with your own. We are Wellpath. We are the right people, striving to do the right thing. We will continue to create healthier communities — wherever we go, wherever we grow — one patient at a time.

“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.” - John Bunyan

Wellpath is the premier provider of localized, high-quality, compassionate care to vulnerable patients in challenging clinical environments. Wellpath holds patients at the center of everything we do and promotes rigorous standards of care and innovation. With more than 8,000 clinicians and professionals in 37 states across the U.S., Wellpath provides medical and mental healthcare services for over 200,000 patients daily in local, state, and federal correctional facilities. Learn more at https://wellpathcare.com

Wellpath on LinkedIn

What you'll do

  • The Certified Medical Assistant will gather patient history and assist registered nurses in delivering high-quality clinical care.
  • They are responsible for maintaining equipment, ensuring infection control, and responding to patient crises according to site policies.

What you need

  • Candidates must have successfully completed an accredited Medical Assistant course and hold current certification if required by the state.
  • A minimum of one year of clinical experience is preferred, and the ability to obtain CPR certification is required.
  • Education: a professional certificate

Key skills

Patient careClinical documentationInfection controlMedication verificationPatient history gatheringSafety precautionsClinical supportCollaborationCompassionate careHealthcare policy implementation

Keywords for your resumePro

The words this employer's screening is likely to look for.

This job lists resume keywords

The terms this posting uses, pulled out so you can mirror them in your resume. Jigup Pro members see the list on the job board.

Create an account

Recruiter contactPro

The person hiring for this job, where the posting names one.

This job lists a hiring manager contact

Most postings do not. Jigup Pro members see this one on the job board, so an application can go to a person instead of a form.

Create an account

Perks

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401k
  • DailyPay
  • Tuition assistance
  • Dependent scholarships
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life insurance
  • Health spending accounts
  • Wellness program
  • Fitness memberships
  • Product discounts
  • Banking partnership

See full description on company page, apply now

Read the full posting here
You Matter Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients Autonomy in a warm team environment Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching Company paid life insurance Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA) Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans *Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. Why Us Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time. Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support. How you make a difference As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in patient care by gathering essential information during the clinical process under the supervision of Registered Nurses. Your responsibilities include assisting nurses in various activities, leveraging your education and demonstrated competencies to contribute effectively to the healthcare team. This role demands a commitment to supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care while collaborating closely with the nursing staff. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with RNs and healthcare staff, implementing established policies and procedures to ensure the delivery of quality patient care, intervening with proper techniques and safety precautions. Gather patient history, verify medications, and make appropriate referrals for follow-up, demonstrating a commitment to comprehensive healthcare support. Adhere to designated work schedules, responding effectively to codes or patient crises as per site policies, and assist healthcare practitioners as assigned. Prioritize infection control techniques and principles, contributing to the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients. Maintain working areas, supplies, and equipment, attending mandatory staff meetings/training to uphold a high standard of healthcare delivery and professional development. Qualifications & Requirements Education Successful completion of an accredited CMA course. Experience Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred. Licenses/Certifications Currently certified as a Medical Assistant in the State if certification is required by the State or the facility. Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification if required. This position is available only to those who reside in the United States. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We value the contributions of team members with a broad range of experiences, skills, and perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process, please contact ADARequests@wellpath.us

More entry level jobs in San Luis Obispo, CA

All jobs in San Luis Obispo, CA

More jobs at Wellpath

Ready to apply?

Create an account to save jobs, track applications, and build tailored resumes.

Create an account