Posting number: 2026-00221
Department: Health Services Agency
Division: Public Health
Job classification: Health Services Assistant I
Posting type: Open
Categories: Health Services, Office and Administrative Support
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Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients. Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you.
(A-E Steps)
$19.51 - $23.72 Hourly/$1,560.80 - $1,897.60 Biweekly
$21.54 - $26.18 Hourly/$1,723.20 - $2,094.40 Biweekly
Bilingual Incentive!
Bilingual Incentive Pay is 7.5% above the Health Services Assistant I or Health Services Assistant II base salary.
About the Position: Under director general supervision, performs a variety of support activities for County clinics and behavioral or public health programs. Activities may include medical office support, word processing, data entry and organization, receipt of payments, telephone and counter reception, patient scheduling and intake, and maintaining, processing, and filing applications and medical records; creates routine correspondence and/or reports; provides information and assistance to staff and the general public; and performs related duties as assigned.
Health Services Assistant I | Health Services Assistant II
Health Services Assistant I/II: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Health Services Assistant I: One (1) year of general office experience is preferred. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Health Services Assistant II: Two (2) years of clerical experience in records management, or in a medical office, behavioral or public health program, or community-based organization or higher-level coursework in office or business practices.
The department is recruiting for multiple vacancies.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Health Services Assistant I/II or a Health Services Assistant I/II - Bilingual, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Testing Dates: October 14-18, 2026. Testing will be provided via email (excludes bilingual testing).
1st- Friday, October 23, 2026 from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
2nd- Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm.
*Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended.
Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Emily Unger | 530-527-8491 x3830 | Emily.Unger@tchsa.net
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
Let Your Opportunities Grow With Tehama County!
Nestled in the northern Sacramento Valley, Tehama County lies approximately midway between Sacramento and the Oregon border. Starting in the snowy Sierras to the east (the highest point is 8,200 ft), the County unfolds onto rolling foothills, excellent range land, and spectacular, flat-topped buttes, and then sweeps down onto the fertile floor of the Sacramento River Valley (elevation at Red Bluff is 341 ft). Tehama County is the central point of widespread recreation and the local recreation opportunities are outstanding with nearby camping, hunting, fishing, golfing, snow skiing, and boating resources as good or better than anywhere in California. The County Seat, Red Bluff, is located on Interstate 5 and the Sacramento River approximately 135 road miles north of Sacramento. Tehama County is a charter county with a board-administrator form of government whose Chief Administrator is selected by a five member Board of Supervisors, who are elected by Supervisorial Districts.
Tehama County employees are dedicated to providing services to the people of this rural community. Our 800+ employees, working in 25 county departments, deliver public safety and protection, public health, community services, and administrative support.
If you are considering employment with Tehama County, our many departments offer the full spectrum of career opportunities including office support, financial, technical, trades, medical, and legal - to name a few. We welcome anyone with a desire to make a difference in the community – whether you are just starting out in the work world, or you are more seasoned in your career.
