Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in California
Certified Medical Assistant jobs in California concentrate in outpatient clinics, multispecialty group practices, and large integrated health systems, with strong demand at entry through senior levels across one of the most active markets in the country. Most hiring is concentrated in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health maintain broad ambulatory care networks. The most in-demand specialties are family medicine, pediatrics, and urgent care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
- Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
- Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:
- Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
- Autonomy in a warm team environment
- Growth and training
Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
- DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
- Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
- Company paid life insurance
- Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
- Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
- Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
- Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us:
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
How you make a difference:
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with RNs and healthcare staff, implementing established policies and procedures to ensure the delivery of quality patient care, intervening with proper techniques and safety precautions.
- Gather patient history, verify medications, and make appropriate referrals for follow-up, demonstrating a commitment to comprehensive healthcare support.
- Adhere to designated work schedules, responding effectively to codes or patient crises as per site policies, and assist healthcare practitioners as assigned.
- Prioritize infection control techniques and principles, contributing to the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
- Maintain working areas, supplies, and equipment, attending mandatory staff meetings/training to uphold a high standard of healthcare delivery and professional development.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Successful completion of an accredited CMA course.
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred.
- Currently certified as a Medical Assistant in the State if certification is required by the State or the facility.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification if required.
This position is available only to those who reside in the United States.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
We value the contributions of team members with a broad range of experiences, skills, and perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process, please contact ADARequests@wellpath.us
- Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
- Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
- Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:
- Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
- Autonomy in a warm team environment
- Growth and training
Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
- DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
- Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
- Company paid life insurance
- Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
- Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
- Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
- Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us:
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
How you make a difference:
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with RNs and healthcare staff, implementing established policies and procedures to ensure the delivery of quality patient care, intervening with proper techniques and safety precautions.
- Gather patient history, verify medications, and make appropriate referrals for follow-up, demonstrating a commitment to comprehensive healthcare support.
- Adhere to designated work schedules, responding effectively to codes or patient crises as per site policies, and assist healthcare practitioners as assigned.
- Prioritize infection control techniques and principles, contributing to the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
- Maintain working areas, supplies, and equipment, attending mandatory staff meetings/training to uphold a high standard of healthcare delivery and professional development.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Successful completion of an accredited CMA course.
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred.
- Currently certified as a Medical Assistant in the State if certification is required by the State or the facility.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification if required.
This position is available only to those who reside in the United States.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
We value the contributions of team members with a broad range of experiences, skills, and perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process, please contact ADARequests@wellpath.us
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Certified Medical Assistant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Adventist Health12
- AMPLA HEALTH4
- ERP International2
- A Plus Urgent Care2
- GoHealth Urgent Care2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified medical assistant jobs across California.
- Current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification from an AMCA, AAMA, or NHA-approved program
- Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent clinical training
- Demonstrated proficiency with electronic health records, especially Epic or NextGen
- Minimum one year of hands-on clinical experience including phlebotomy and vital signs
- Valid CPR and Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
- Strong familiarity with California infection control standards and HIPAA compliance requirements
Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified medical assistant in California?
California does not require a state-issued license for medical assistants, but most employers require a nationally recognized certification such as the Certified Medical Assistant credential from the AAMA, the Registered Medical Assistant from the AMT, or the CCMA from the NHA. Candidates typically complete an accredited certificate or associate degree program, then pass a national certification exam. Accredited programs are offered at California community colleges and vocational schools throughout the state.
Which companies hire certified medical assistants in California?
California certified medical assistant roles are posted by Adventist Health, AMPLA HEALTH, and ERP International and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of large integrated health systems and multispecialty group practices means consistent openings across urban and suburban markets statewide.
Which California cities have the most certified medical assistant jobs?
San Diego, Chico, and Clearlake have the most certified medical assistant openings in California. Los Angeles and San Diego anchor hiring through their dense networks of outpatient clinics and multispecialty practices, while the Bay Area's concentration of large integrated systems like Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health drives strong demand in suburban communities surrounding San Francisco and San Jose.
Are there remote certified medical assistant jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Certified medical assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, involving patient intake, phlebotomy, and clinical support that cannot be done remotely. About 3% of certified medical assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve administrative or telephone triage functions rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a certified medical assistant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited medical assistant program at a California community college, which provides the clinical externship hours that large employers count as qualifying experience. Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health both run new-graduate and extern-to-hire pipelines through California campuses. Candidates working as medical receptionists or patient care technicians frequently move into certified medical assistant roles internally. Holding an AAMA or NHA certification before applying substantially strengthens any entry-level application.
Where can I find and apply to certified medical assistant jobs in California?
You can find and apply to certified medical assistant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, outpatient clinics, and group practices. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials below and apply directly.
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