Medical Assistant, Internal Medicine

Quick Facts

• Role: Medical Assistant (Internal Medicine)

• Schedule: Full time, days (Monday–Friday), rotating weekends

• Weekly hours: 40

• Shift length: 8 hours

• Status: Non-exempt

Description

Provides clinical and clerical support to internal medicine providers and members of the patient care team by performing a variety of back office and patient-related tasks that support delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and departmental workflow and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and clerical support tasks for providers and the patient care team

• Support patient preparation and back-office workflow to help the department run smoothly

• Assist with implementing the medical plan of care

• Integrate education, technical competence, and professional patient interaction to gain patient confidence and cooperation

Requirements

• High school diploma (or GED)

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (diploma provided within 90 days) OR completion of Medical Assistant externship (160 hours)

• BLS (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers)

• 1 year of recent relevant experience

• Competent in basic Medical Assisting skills: taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, administering injections

• Ability to interpret data and instructions (written, oral, diagram, or schedule)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information professionally

• Time management and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and work within standardized operating procedures

• General knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite) and electronic health record (EHR)

Benefits

• Benefits available as part of a comprehensive total rewards program

• Pay range: $33.66 to $47.12/hour (based on primary work location and other factors)