Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Certified Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of clinical procedures, patient care, and medical office support, with experience spanning various specialties including dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, and outpatient settings. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient service while supporting physicians and healthcare providers in delivering high-quality care. This position offers an engaging environment where professionalism, attention to detail, and compassion are highly valued.
Duties
- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, procedures, and treatments across diverse medical specialties such as dermatology, internal medicine, and emergency medicine.
- Take and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, and temperature.
- Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and ensuring their comfort.
- Collect specimens for laboratory testing and perform basic phlebotomy procedures with precision.
- Manage electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems), ensuring accurate documentation of patient information, medical history, and treatment plans.
- Support medical administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, patient intake, insurance verification, and ICD coding for billing purposes.
- Administer medications and injections following established protocols while maintaining patient safety standards.
- Assist in radiology procedures such as X-ray imaging when necessary within the scope of practice.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment adhering to infection control guidelines.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in inpatient settings like Level I trauma centers or PICU environments to ensure seamless patient care delivery.
Requirements
- Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program is required; additional certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.
- Proven experience in outpatient clinics or hospital environments specializing in dermatology, emergency medicine, or internal medicine is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, ICD coding, and medication administration protocols.
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems), EMR/EHR management practices, and clinic management software tools.
- Prior experience with phlebotomy techniques and specimen collection is essential.
- Strong understanding of hospital procedures including Level II trauma center or Level I trauma center protocols is advantageous.
- Excellent patient service skills with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse populations.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in fast-paced environments such as urgent care or emergency departments.
- Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and clinical support tasks.
Join our team to make a meaningful difference by providing compassionate patient care while supporting the operational excellence of our healthcare facility!
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
