MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Position Details Job Code #: JC-529895 Position #(s): 455-000-7374-XXX Working Title: Medical Assistant - Team Recorder Classification: MEDICAL ASSISTANT $4,556.00 - $5,175.00 This classification is subject to Section 5, Hiring-Above-Minimum (HAM) Authorization of the California State Civil Service Pay Scales. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: San Luis Obispo County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Job Description And Duties This advertisement is posted Until Filled. Application review cutoff dates are as follows: September 27, 2026 October 25, 2026November 29, 2026 Employment Application (STD 678) must be received or postmarked by the cutoff date indicated above. Applications postmarked or received after the cutoff date will be processed in the next group. The Medical Assistant (Team Recorder) will be directed by the Nursing Coordinator (Administrative) and Chief Physician and Surgeon (Clinical) in Various Programs at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: Create and update treatment plans utilizing a variety of computer programs. Help to create a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment; apply medical and mental health procedures and techniques; demonstrates professional interactions with patients and maintains therapeutic boundaries. Perform clinical duties which may include obtaining patient vital signs, height and weight, administering vaccinations and tuberculin skin tests, performing infectious disease testing and blood draws. Attend all trainings, meetings, and committees as directed. Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications. If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Click here to take the Medical Assistant Examination Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Department Information The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce. Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero