Medical Assistant - Urgent Care - Samaritan Medical Care Center

San Jose, CA – Seeking Urgent Care Medical Assistant

Be The Medical Assistant You Are Meant To Be

As a Medical Assistant, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. Provide each patient with an excellent experience while preparing them for evaluation, treatment, and performing clinical procedures. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

• Prepare patients for evaluation and treatment.
• Perform clinical procedures in accordance with licensure, to include injections, venipuncture, X-ray, EKG, tray set-up, application of bandages, surgical assisting, and accurate testing/screening of specimens.
• Triage, vital, and room patients while facilitating the patient flow and ensuring the smooth running of the back office.
• Prepare patients for physician evaluation and assist physicians in the evaluation and treatment of the patients.
• Administer medications/injections under the supervision of the physician.
• Assist with production of x-rays and provide timely follow-up regarding lab and x-ray results.

Required Experience and Competencies

• Current Medical Assistant certification from an accredited institution is required.
• Healthcare experience in an urgent care or primary care setting is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinic setting is preferred.
• Solid understanding of medical insurance plans and office procedures.
• Knowledge of clinical compliance.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Excellent customer service skills.

The Practice

Samaritan Medical Care Center – San Jose, California

• Primarily Family Medicine Clinic with 80-85% primary care patients, remaining 10-15% being combination of occupational medicine, worker's comp, and corporate pre-employment physicals.
• 6-room suburban facility.
• Location hours are M-F 8am-5pm and Saturday 9am-1pm.
• Patient mix is majority adults with 5% peds younger than six years old.
• Point of care testing for primary and urgent care.
• Typical procedures include abscess I&D, ingrown toenail excision, wart or other lesion cryotherapy, and (rarer) corneal foreign body, or intranasal/intraaural foreign body removal.

The Community

• San Jose, California, the heart of Silicon Valley, combines innovation with a high quality of life, making it an exceptional place to work and call home.
• Known for its tech-driven economy, it hosts global companies like Apple and Google alongside a thriving startup culture.
• Landmarks such as the Winchester Mystery House and Tech Interactive Museum highlight the city’s unique blend of history and innovation.
• Residents enjoy cultural attractions like Santana Row, SAP Center, and San Pedro Square Market, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains and nearby beaches.
• San Jose boasts a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers, perfect for year-round activities.
• Its diverse neighborhoods, excellent schools, and access to world-class dining and entertainment make it a vibrant, cosmopolitan hub with a welcoming community feel.

Benefits & Beyond*

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%
• Outstanding Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks’ vacation, Paid holidays, Sabbatical
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• Professional and Career Development Program
• EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included
• Wellness program
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

Salary range for this role is $21.03 – $25.77 per hour.

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

*Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.

Applicants only. No agencies please.