Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Medical Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional patient care and support clinical operations across various medical specialties, including dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, and outpatient clinics. Your proactive approach will ensure smooth patient flow, accurate documentation, and efficient administrative support. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills in physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology will directly impact patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Duties
- Assist healthcare providers with patient intake, including gathering medical histories and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates.
- Support clinical procedures by preparing patients for examinations, administering medications as directed, and assisting with procedures like X-ray imaging or minor surgical interventions.
- Manage electronic health record (EHR) systems efficiently to ensure accurate documentation of patient encounters, ICD coding for diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Conduct basic life support (BLS) when necessary and respond promptly to emergency situations within hospital or outpatient settings.
- Perform in-depth patient service activities such as answering questions, providing education on treatment plans, and ensuring comfort during visits.
- Support inpatient and outpatient care across various departments including ICU (Intensive Care Unit), PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), geriatrics, medical-surgical units, and Level I & II trauma centers.
- Assist with procedures requiring OR (Operating Room) experience or emergency medicine expertise; support medication administration under supervision.
- Operate diagnostic equipment like X-ray machines when trained and certified; support hospital staff with vital signs collection during Level I trauma center shifts or hospital medicine rotations.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Medical Assistant in settings such as dermatology clinics, hospital medicine units, urgent care centers, or outpatient clinics.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, ICD coding, and medication administration protocols.
- Experience working within hospital environments—preferably Level I or Level II trauma centers—and familiarity with inpatient care processes.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications related to emergency medicine or radiology are a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to handle diverse responsibilities including intake procedures, vital sign measurement, EHR documentation, and patient service excellence.
- Familiarity with medical-surgical practices and clinic operations; experience supporting geriatrics or PICU patients is advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills with a compassionate approach to patient care; ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments such as emergency or urgent care settings. Join our team where your skills will make a real difference! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values your professional growth while delivering top-tier healthcare services to our community.
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
