Medical Records Coordinator Jobs in Ridgecrest, CA

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Ridgecrest, California, United States

Certified Medical Assistant RH Spec

Job Summary

• Occupation: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

• Specialty: Outpatient Medical Clinic

• Salary: $25.68–$38.52 per hour

• Working Hours: 40 hours/week

• Shifts: Day

• On-Call: No

• Degree Required: High school diploma or equivalent; current Certified Medical Assistant certification

• Position Type: Full Time

• Work Environment: Hospital Clinic/Private Practice

• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

• Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for Certified Medical Assistants who are excited to support high-quality, patient-centered care in a team-based outpatient medical clinic. In this role, you’ll provide both clinical and administrative support, helping prepare patients for examinations, assisting providers during visits and procedures, coordinating appointments and referrals, and supporting the efficient flow of patients throughout their care.

You’ll work collaboratively with clinic and office staff, RRH departments, external facilities, and contract and volunteer personnel while serving insured and uninsured children and adults, with special attention to individuals who may experience barriers to accessing care. We value quality, respect, integrity, partnership, compassion, careful judgment, and Service Excellence, and we’re excited to welcome teammates who bring these strengths to our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care support, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting providers during clinical procedures and visits.

• Schedule appointments, manage medical records, process referrals, and handle patient communications.

• Complete insurance and medication prior authorizations accurately and in a timely manner.

• Support efficient and effective patient flow through collaborative planning and problem-solving with clinic and office staff, RRH departments, external facilities, and contract and volunteer personnel.

• Comply with organizational policies, procedures, standards of care, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA requirements.

• Support RRH's mission and goals, organizational quality, and patient-centered care.

• Incorporate RRH's core values of quality, respect, integrity, partnership, and compassion into activities and decisions.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with our team to deliver effective, patient-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• Current Certified Medical Assistant certification; certification must be maintained thereafter.

• Experience in healthcare as a Medical Assistant preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire or within two months of hire.

• Knowledge of office organization and basic clerical skills.

• Experience with computers, computer systems, and PC Windows software.

• Demonstrated maturity and capability for careful judgment.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in the English language.

• Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with our patients, families, and coworkers.

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 403B with Employer Match

• Life Insurance

• Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Assistance Program

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Sick and Vacation Time

• RRH "Earn-To-Learn" Program

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees. Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.

$25.68 - $38.52Hourly Wage