Medical Assistant- Regular Full-time and Per diem Pool

Salary : $41,592.06 - $60,152.03 Annually

Location : Multiple Locations

Job Type : Regular

Job Number : 25-57776-04-XS

Department : RUHS-Community Health Clinics

Opening Date : 09 / 29 / 2025

Closing Date : 10 / 3 / 2025 12 : 00 AM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside University Health System (RUHS) Community Health Clinics is currently seeking dedicated Medical Assistants to provide essential support throughout the County of Riverside for various departments. This job posting will serve to fill regular full-time and per-diem vacancies. This post will open when vacancies arise, serving as an opportunity for prospective candidates to apply for available positions. Please note, that based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice. Once submitted, applications will remain valid for a duration of 90 days. Should an application expire, individuals are welcome to reapply. Applicants may indicate their employment preference type and preferred location / clinic in their application.

Staffing demand in the Desert Region (Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Indio and surrounding cities) .

Applicants from this posting may be used to fill other openings throughout RUHS departments.

Under direct supervision, Medical Assistants assist licensed professional medical staff within the Riverside University Health System (RUHS) by providing a variety of client / patient services, including basic administrative, clerical, and medical support services for clients / patients and the public; and other related duties as required.

Possession of a valid certification in Basic Life Support / Cardio-Respiratory Resuscitation (BLS / CPR) from the American Heart Association is required.

Copies of your Medical Assistant Certification and AHA BLS / CPR card must be uploaded to your profile as an attachment at the time of submitting your application to be considered.

If you are having difficulties uploading your required documents, please email them to xsanchez@rivco.org .

Certain positions will require bilingual proficiency in Spanish potential candidates may be subject to a language proficiency assessment.

Regular Full-time Rates :

SALARY$19.99 - $28.91 Hourly$3,466.01 - $5,012.67 Monthly$41,592.06 - $60,152.03 Annually

Per Diem Rate :

SALARY$28.91 Hourly$5,012.67 Monthly$60,152.03 Annually

Our featured Departments currently are : (Work Schedule and / or Shift Times will be discussed during the interview and are subject to change upon clinic needs.)Last Update : 8 / 26 / 2025

• RUHS-CHC-Banning
• RUHS-CHC-Rvrsd Neighborhood

Meet the Team!

TheRiverside University Health System is here for you when you or someone you love needs help to achieve and maintain a life of whole health wellness and recovery. Can you see yourself here?

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I

Education : Completion of a certification program in medical assisting. Completion of a Medical Assistant certification program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or from an institution accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is preferred.

OPTION II

Education : Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

Experience : One year performing front office / back office support duties as a medical assistant in a physician's or dentist's office, hospital, health center, or other healthcare setting.

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of : Relevant medical terminology; basic patient care and / or administrative techniques; medical assisting skills and the various types of materials and equipment related to outpatient care and their applications; methods of conducting or assisting patients (per medical care provider's instructions) with basic tests and treatments performed at an ambulatory care clinic; basic needs and problems of disadvantaged groups : the causes and treatment of medical and / or public health problems and the problems facing the educationally and economically disadvantaged.

Ability to : Communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain good relations with a wide range of social and ethnic groups as well as professional staff and community members; obtain and record accurate patient information, and perform routine clinical procedures; follow and implement activities according to written standardized procedures; perform clerical tasks (e.g., utilizing a personal computer for inputting pertinent client / patient information, answering phones, filing, etc.).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Per Diem Benefits and Rates :

What's Next?

This recruitment is open to all applicants Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and / or current employees of The Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. The candidate pool generated from this posting may be used to fill other positions not specifically listed on this posting, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Period

BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.

Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.

General Information

Questions regarding this recruitment? Please contact Xochitl Sanchez via email at

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here :

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and / or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at :

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official / unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and / or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency / department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and / or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience / education is reflected on your application / resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

MEDICAL / DENTAL / VISION INSURANCE : A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note : Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

A new member is defined as any of the following :

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note :

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual) :

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE : Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS : Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE : Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY :

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION : A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER : There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01

Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

02

Do you possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate?

03

Have you completed a Medical Assistant Certification Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP), or completed the program from an institution accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)? If yes, upload a copy of your certificate as an attachment.

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Do you have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification issued by the American Heart Association? If yes, upload a copy of your certificate as an attachment.

05

Do you possess a valid Phlebotomy certificate? If yes, upload a copy of your certificate as an attachment.

06

What is your Spanish bilingual level?

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I understand that if qualified for this position, I may be required to pass a proctored / un-proctored Spanish assessment.

08

Please select the location(s) you are interested in throughout Riverside County : (Select all that apply)

09

How many years of experience do you have performing front office / back office support duties as a medical assistant in a physician's or dentist's office, hospital, health center, or other healthcare setting?

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Have you gained experience as a Medical Assistant in any of the following clinical settings? (Select all that apply)

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How many years of experience do you have administering vaccines and / or immunizations?

12

How many years of experience do you have working with the Electronic Health Records System (EPIC)?

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Do you have the knowledge of common medical terminology; types and names of drugs and medications; hospital procedures and equipment?

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What type of employment are you interested in?

15

I acknowledge that TAP / Per diem positions are an at-will employment opportunity and the assignment may end at any time.

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I understand that this position may require working weekends and / or holidays

17

Are you a current regular, temporary, or per diem employee with the Riverside University Health System (RUHS)?

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Are you currently working on a contract assignment or through a registry agency at Riverside University Health System (RUHS)? If you answered "Yes," please be advised that current travel or registry staff are not eligible for hire while under contract at RUHS.

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