Certified Medical Assistant I, II & III

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc

Location San Diego, CA, 92153

Date Posted 31 May 2026

Job TypeOther

Position Overview

This role involves a blend of clinical and administrative duties to support healthcare providers during patient examinations and treatments. Responsibilities include entering patient data, assisting with vital signs, and documenting medical histories to ensure smooth patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to infection control protocols.
Record vital signs, medication details, chief complaints, and other relevant patient information.
Observe and report any significant changes in patient condition to nursing or medical staff promptly.
Enter patient data into electronic health records using ICD-10 and CPT codes for billing and clinical reporting.
Prepare exam rooms and instruments, assist providers with procedures, and handle specimen collection and processing according to guidelines.
Manage medication preparation and labeling for practitioner verification and administration.
Coordinate prescription orders with pharmacies as directed by authorized providers.
Address non-clinical patient inquiries and complaints professionally.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinic operations.

Role Levels

Medical Assistant I

Manage a daily caseload of 20+ patients under assigned physicians.

Medical Assistant II

Manage a daily caseload of 25+ patients.
Process referrals, orders, and complete disability forms.

Medical Assistant III

Serve as a preceptor and trainer for new hires and practice managers on clinical and administrative workflows.
Identify and implement process improvements in collaboration with clinic management.
Manage a caseload of 35+ patients daily.
Lead billing and coding efforts, working closely with billing personnel.
Proofread physician dictations and ensure accuracy.
Cross-train in all front and back office functions.

Qualifications

General

Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork orientation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

Medical Assistant I

Preferred relevant clinical experience or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) experience.

Medical Assistant II

Two to five years of relevant clinical medical assistant experience or CNA experience.

Medical Assistant III

Minimum five years of clinical medical assistant experience.
At least three years of subspecialty experience in areas such as orthopedics, cardiology, urology, general surgery, primary care, or other surgical specialties.

Education

Completion of a Medical Assisting program, Certified Nurse Assistant program, or Military Medical Specialist training is required.
Alternatively, two years of on-the-job training in Medical Assisting or CNA with a high school diploma or GED may be considered.

Certification

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (healthcare provider) is mandatory.
For Medical Assistant II and III levels, CNA or Medical Assistant certification is required.

All candidates must successfully pass a physical exam, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment.
This opportunity is located in a regional healthcare setting within the Pacific Northwest, serving diverse communities with a commitment to compassionate and quality care.