Medical Assistant

Where You'll Work

Welcome to Mark Twain Medical Center , nestled in the breathtaking Sierra foothills, the heart of a vibrant and welcoming community!

Founded in 1951, we're more than just a 25-bed critical access hospital; we're a lifeline. As the only hospital in the county, we're committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive care to our surrounding communities. From the moment you step through our doors, you'll feel the warmth and dedication that defines our culture.

• A Broad Spectrum of Care: We offer a full range of inpatient acute care, outpatient services, and 24/7 emergency services, ensuring our community has access to the medical attention they need, when they need it most.
• Specialty Care Centers & Community Medical Centers: We extend our reach beyond the main hospital, bringing specialized expertise and convenient access to care directly to our community through our hospital and network of Specialty Care Centers.
• Collaborative Medical Staff: Our diverse and highly skilled medical staff represents a broad range of specialties, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared and innovation thrives. You'll be surrounded by experienced professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality medical care.
• A Life Beyond the Hospital: Imagine spending your weekends exploring the stunning natural beauty of the Sierra foothills, enjoying the peace and tranquility of a close-knit community, and raising a family in an area known for its great schools. At Mark Twain Medical Center, you'll find the perfect balance between a fulfilling career and a rewarding personal life.

One Community. One Mission. One California


Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Medical Assistant, you'll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team.


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.

• Performs limited diagnostic lab tests, EKG's and stress tests
• Administers injections and immunizations
• Assist with quality improvement studies
• Facilitates and documents the flow of patient/medical records
• Performs other clinic duties as assigned
• Perform laboratory draws

Job Requirements

Required:

• High School Diploma of GED
• Graduation of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support

Preferred:

• One-year experience in physician/clinic setting or equivalent combination of experience, certification, training.