Medical Assistant

Overview

• Provide essential clinical and administrative support to ensure seamless patient care and healthcare operations.
• Serve as a key liaison between patients and healthcare providers, fostering a welcoming and professional environment.
• Perform patient assessments, obtain vital signs, and accurately document information in electronic medical records.
• Administer medications and vaccines, perform phlebotomy, and collect diagnostic specimens with precision.
• Ensure examination rooms are prepared and medical equipment is sterilized to meet health and safety standards.
• Collaborate closely with physicians and advanced practice providers to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures while exercising professional discretion and judgment.
• Participate in health screening programs and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform clinical tasks such as obtaining vital signs, administering medications, and conducting diagnostic tests.
• Handle administrative duties including patient scheduling and maintaining accurate medical records.
• Ensure examination rooms are clean, organized, and fully prepared for patient visits.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to deliver high-quality and efficient patient care.
• Provide direct patient care within the scope of active certifications and training.
• Interpret and apply policies and procedures to complete assignments effectively and accurately.
• Participate in compliance and quality improvement initiatives to enhance healthcare delivery standards.
• Support operational activities to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare services.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or equivalent educational background required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program or certification is mandatory.
• CPR certification and compliance with Tuberculosis screening requirements are essential.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Medical Assistant role required.
• Preferred experience in medication/vaccine administration and phlebotomy procedures.
• Knowledge of Value-Based Care, including HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and patient experience metrics, is advantageous.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly desirable for this role.
• Ability to work on-site Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, is required.