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Worky

Software Engineer I - AI Agents

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

This is an entry-level role suitable for a recent graduate or an engineer with up to three years of ... Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision ...

Salas O'Brien

Entry-level Mechanical Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Experience in AutoCAD and Revit software preferred but not required * Strong analytical and problem ... Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) with company match * Paid time off and company ...

Salas O'Brien

Entry-level Mechanical Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Experience in AutoCAD and Revit software preferred but not required * Strong analytical and problem ... Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) with company match * Paid time off and company ...

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How much do entry level medical software jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level medical software in California is $98,952.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,700.00 and $104,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level medical software?

An Entry Level Medical Software job involves working with healthcare technology, such as electronic health records (EHR), medical billing systems, or software used in hospitals and clinics. Responsibilities may include software implementation, technical support, data entry, testing, or assisting in software development. Professionals in this role often collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure systems run smoothly and meet regulatory standards. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of healthcare workflows are beneficial. This position can serve as a stepping stone to more advanced roles in medical software development, IT, or healthcare informatics.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect in an entry level medical software position?

As an Entry Level Medical Software professional, you will likely be involved in tasks such as software testing, bug tracking, code reviews, or assisting with the development and deployment of medical applications. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include supporting senior developers, collaborating with healthcare professionals to gather user requirements, and helping to ensure compliance with healthcare data regulations. Working in a team setting, you’ll often participate in meetings to discuss project progress and troubleshoot technical issues. This collaborative, fast-paced environment offers valuable hands-on experience and a strong foundation for future roles in health IT or software development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in an entry level medical software position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Medical Software professional, you generally need a background in computer science or a related field, basic understanding of healthcare workflows, and familiarity with software development or quality assurance processes. Experience with programming languages such as Python or Java, knowledge of electronic health record (EHR) systems, and any healthcare IT certifications can be valuable. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams are important soft skills. These competencies ensure the delivery of reliable, user-friendly software that meets the unique needs of healthcare environments.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Medical Software job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, and 42% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $98,952 per year, or $47.6 per hour.

Medical Support Assistant

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

San Francisco, CA

$46K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

The Medical Support Assistant - MSA assigned to the Ambulatory Surgical Unit/Post Anesthesia Care Unit/ Anesthesia Pre-OP Clinic & they will be responsible for clerical & administrative support. The MSA is a foundational role within the Patient Centered Care Initiative. The MSA will work collaboratively with members of the health care team including physicians, registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, nursing assistants, pharmacists, social workers, dieticians, behavioral health staff etc.Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • Experience and Education.
    • (1) Experience. None,
    • (2) Education. High school diploma, General Education Development equivalency certificate, or proficiency certificate from a State or territorial-level Board or Department of Education.
  • Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials.
  • Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements.
  • English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment, candidates must meet the following grade-determining criteria for placement at grade levels specified.
  • Medical Support Assistant, GS-03.
    • (1) Experience or Education. None beyond the basic requirements.
    • (2) Assignment. Employees at this grade level serve in a MSA entry-level developmental position. This is an entry level MSA position. It is expected that MSAs at this level will receive guidance from more experienced staff members and require frequent and direct supervision. At this level, MSAs apply general rules and policies relating to clinic functions, staff, and automated data processing methods in support of treatment to patients. They utilize a variety of patient data systems in scheduling patients for treatment and annotate patient records. They perform front desk duties, receive telephone call, and visitors to the MSA unit. They make and cancel appointments, review patient records for necessary information, and review patient demographics and insurance verification. They consult with clinic staff when processing physician scheduling and administrative orders.
  • Medical Support Assistant, GS-04.
    • (1) Experience or Education.
      • (a) Experience. One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.; OR
      • (b) Education. One year of education above high school.
    • (2) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
      • (a) Knowledge of basic medical terminology to assist in the provision of care to patients.
      • (b) Skill in recording patient messages and understanding physician requests pertaining to follow-up medical care in internal or external clinics.
      • (c) Ability to meet, communicate, and interact with individuals from varying backgrounds and other health care team members in a courteous and helpful manner in order to facilitate medical care for patients.
      • (d) Ability to use, and navigate between, various types of office automation equipment and software (i.e., computer systems, web based scheduling programs; insurance collection system; scanning software, multiple line phone systems; electronic faxing programs) to support patient care.
    • (3) Assignment. This is a developmental level MSA position. It is expected that MSAs at this level will receive minor and less frequent guidance from higher experienced staff members for more difficult tasks. Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to: scheduling and rescheduling patients for treatment; interviewing patients for appointments; referring patients to other medical specialty clinics; providing information to patients necessary to resolve VA Handbook complaints; interacting with both internal and external customers; reviewing and documenting medical outpatient and inpatient electronic health records, as well as administrative records; verifying third party insurance and updating information in the Insurance Capture Buffer (ICB) system; obtaining medical information from patients; coordinating information and actions related to patient care and services; and scheduling appointments in accordance with VHA national scheduling guidelines. MSAs at this level refer all questions regarding medical attention to the appropriate health care team member.
  • c. Medical Support Assistant, GS-05.
    • (1) Experience or Education.
      • (a) Experience. One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade; OR
      • (b) Education. Two years of education above high school.
    • (2) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
      • (a) Advanced knowledge of medical terminology specific to understand medical diagnosis and procedures sufficient to communicate clinical staff instructions to patients.
      • (b) Skill in customer service with the ability to identify customer concerns, and refer to the appropriate staff, as necessary, to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
      • (c) Ability to operate computerized programs and systems in order to enter, modify, and retrieve sensitive medical and patient identifying information (PII) into or from electronic health records, scheduling systems, and/or reports.
      • (d) Ability to schedule medical appointments in a clinical setting.
      • (e) Ability to work independently in the accomplishment of a wide variety of duties performing patient support work.
      • (f) Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in person, electronically, and/or by telephone, with internal and external customers.
    • (3) Assignment. This is the full performance level for MSAs. At this level, the MSA independently performs a full range of duties related to the delivery of health care services in an inpatient or outpatient setting. Advises clinical staff on current administrative processes. The MSA is responsible for answering phones, greeting patients, relaying messages to appropriate staff inside or outside of the unit, and scheduling appointments, including interpreting and verifying provider orders in accordance with VHA national scheduling guidelines. Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to: scheduling, canceling, re-scheduling patient appointments and/or consults; entering no-show information; monitoring appointment requests from multiple electronic sources; participating in huddles with other MSAs and/or clinic staff to determine the daily needs of the clinic, monitoring both inpatient and outpatient appointments in areas of responsibility; verifying and updating demographics and insurance information when patients check-in for appointments. Coordinates administrative functions relating to emergency and non-emergency transfers to other VA facilities or private hospitals and determines appointment type based on the patient's eligibility status (i.e., TRICARE, sharing agreements, collaterals, research patient, VA employee, etc.).
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-05. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-03 to GS-05.
Physical Requirements: The work is mostly sedentary, although some slight physical effort will be required using computers/phones; there may be some light lifting/carrying of files/documents; and walking throughout the service/facility for meetings, etc.Education:***KSA Recommendation - All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package. We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications. Failure to demonstrate your experience and knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) in your application may result in disqualification. It is strongly recommended that you write to each KSA (found below) to demonstrate how you have gained each one in your application package or on a supplemental document
***Creditable Experience: Knowledge of MSA Practices. To be creditable, the experience must have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with current MSA responsibilities [or an equivalent administrative patient support role in a non-VA medical inpatient or outpatient setting]. Experience satisfying this requirement may be paid/non-paid employment as [an] MSA or [an equivalent position in a non-VA hospital or clinic setting].
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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