Certified Medical Assistant at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital – Ridgecrest, California

Job Summary

• Occupation: Certified Medical Assistant

• Specialty: Women’s Health / OBGYN

• Salary: $18.95–$31.27

• Shifts: Day

• On-Call: No

• Degree Required: High school diploma or equivalent required

• Position Type: Full Time

• Work Environment: Hospital Clinic

• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

• Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for dedicated Certified Medical Assistants to support Ridgecrest Regional Hospital’s Women’s Health team and deliver compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals and families. In this role, you'll help ensure a smooth and effective flow of patients through OB/GYN services, while offering care to patients from all backgrounds — especially those facing income, language, or cultural barriers.

This is a high-impact position that blends technical proficiency, strong communication, and genuine empathy in every patient interaction. You'll collaborate across disciplines and provide both clinical and clerical support in a welcoming, respectful care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient clinic operations and patient flow through collaboration and planning

• Deliver respectful, friendly customer service to patients, families, and coworkers

• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times

• Receive co-payments and post transactions in the electronic medical record

• Support telemedicine providers with computer/tech setup if needed

• Be flexible and ready to assist in other departments as needed

Collaborative Teamwork

This role is part of the Women’s Health clinic team and includes working with clinical, office, and support staff to ensure smooth, coordinated care and a positive experience for patients.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required

• Must possess a Certified Medical Assistant certificate and maintain thereafter

• Previous healthcare experience as a Medical Assistant preferred

• BLS certification required and maintained

• AccuReg accuracy of 80% during probation; 90% after

• Strong communication in English (verbal and written)

• Skilled in clerical tasks, computer systems, and electronic health records

• Professional judgment, maturity, and the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Must consistently demonstrate Service Excellence with patients and coworkers

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 403B with Employer Match

• Life Insurance

• Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Assistance Program

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Sick and Vacation Time

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees.

Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.
About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it’s been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine.

Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.