Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant$53,076 - $60,288 annual salaryLooking for a secure job with opportunity for growth? Join one of our multidisciplinary health care teams and play a crucial role in the delivery of care.California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)/California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) Medical Assistants not only ensure the smooth flow of clinical operations, they’re also ensuring a better future for themselves with salary increases, secure benefits, and opportunities for growth along a well-defined nursing career ladder.Recruitment and Retention BonusMedical Assistants newly hired with the state of CA are also eligible to receive a recruitment and retention bonus of up to $15,000 within the first 12 months of service. Referral BonusAll CCHCS/CDCR employees that refer a mental health clinician who is successfully hired by CCHCS may be eligible to receive a referral bonus of $5,000 per appointed referralTo excel in this role, you should have:A valid Medical Assistant certificate from one of the following:American Association of Medical AssistantsCalifornia Certifying Board for Medical AssistantsAmerican Medical Certification AssociationAmerican Medical TechnologistsAmerican Medical Certification AssociationAdditional Benefits of working for CDCR/CCHCSIncreased salaries are just the beginning – our Medical Assistants also receive comprehensive State of California benefits, including:State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years (visit for retirement formulas)Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision CoverageWork-life Balance with Flexible SchedulesRewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged PopulationCollaborative, Multidisciplinary TeamsPotential NHSC Loan RepaymentWide Variety of LocationsEOE

Created: 2025-06-03