Medical Assistant

Quick Facts

Full-time Medical Assistant role in a clinic setting supporting patient care and efficient patient flow.

Description

The Medical Assistant supports physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical staff by facilitating efficient patient flow, assisting with patient care activities, and performing related administrative tasks. The role includes room preparation and cleaning, vitals collection and documentation, assisting with procedures, maintaining safe care areas, safeguarding patient confidentiality, and promoting patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow: escort patients to exam rooms, verify patient identity with two identifiers, prepare patients for exams, obtain and document accurate vital signs, and update the provider/RN of significant changes
• Document reason for visit and update/confirm allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information
• Anticipate, set up, and prepare equipment and supplies; clean and prepare exam rooms for the next patient
• Assist with medical and surgical procedures per protocol, including ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, procedure tray setup, specimen collection, and CLIA-waived testing as directed
• Prepare and stock exam rooms following disinfecting and sterilizing protocols; participate in environmental safety rounds
• Maintain vaccine/medication inventory; monitor equipment and instruments; assist with supply ordering and disposal of expired items
• Follow office opening and closing procedures
• Promote patient satisfaction through professional, friendly interactions in person and by phone; communicate effectively with the care team
• Perform delegated procedures common to the specialty area (per specialty practice addendum)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Current Medical Assistant certification OR written proof of eligibility to sit for one of: AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA
• Within the first 6 months of employment, complete one required certification after up to two test attempts (CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA)
• Signed acknowledgement that certification must be attained within 6 months as a condition of employment
• American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification
• 0–2 years of experience in a relevant role
• Strong computer skills

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits supporting employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events (eligibility depends on employment classification).