Medical Assistant

Overview

• The Medical Assistant will support clinical care teams, ensuring exceptional patient care and engagement.
• Perform administrative and clinical tasks in primary care facilities, enhancing patient well-being.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver high-quality healthcare services.
• Utilize phlebotomy skills to collect samples accurately, focusing on senior-aged patients.
• Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by licensed providers.
• Maintain examination rooms and sterilize medical equipment to ensure a safe environment.
• Counsel patients on medication usage, special diets, and overall health management.
• Engage in routine screenings and tests to support preventive care initiatives.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare patients for examinations, recording vitals and updating medical histories.
• Perform routine tests such as EKGs and colorectal screenings.
• Administer intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections.
• Provide wound care and manage dressing changes effectively.
• Ensure accurate phlebotomy sample collection and patient comfort.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain compliance with tuberculosis screening and other health protocols.
• Support medication and vaccine administration processes.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of Medical Assistant training preferred.
• Certified/Registered Medical Assistant or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• CPR certification and phlebotomy experience are mandatory.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient Experience is advantageous.
• Experience in medication and vaccine administration is preferred.
• Ability to work on-site with occasional local travel required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills to ensure effective patient engagement.