**Overview**

Mark Twain Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. Mark Twain Medical Center opened on August 26 1951 and is located in beautiful San Andreas California. Since opening Mark Twain has provided the highest quality health care for all those needing medical care in Calaveras County. We offer care expert staff and state-of-the-art equipment to meet the growing needs of our community and are committed to the values of dignity collaboration justice stewardship and excellence.

**Responsibilities**

**Job Summary:**

Under the direction of Physician prepares patients for examination and assists with examinations and minor office surgeries. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of the Organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values.

**We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:**

+ Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

+ Flexible spending accounts

+ Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft Adoption Assistance

+ Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

+ Paid Time Off (PTO)

+ Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

+ Retirement Programs

+ Wellness Programs

**Qualifications**

**Minimum:**

+ Certification of a Medical Assistant program

+ Medical Assistant Certification

+ Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)

+ California State Phlebotomy Certification (required within 12 months)

+ Demonstrates skills in taking vital signs and height and weight measurements

+ Knowledge of sterile technique and handling of infectious waste Ability to work as a team and communicate well and interact appropriately with others

+ Able to work in spite of frequent interruptions

+ High level of concentration and attention to detail

**Preferred:**

+ One-year experience in physician/clinic setting

+ High School diploma or GED

+ Additional EMT or equivalent experience

+ Current EMT license

+ Current ACLS & PALS certifications (American Heart Association)

**Preferred:**

+ Additional EMT or equivalent experience

**Pay Range**

$23.11 - $25.88 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.