Medical Assistant - Pulmonary Medicine
Sierra Nevada Specialty Care is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our Pulmonary team. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced providers caring for patients with respiratory and sleep-related conditions in a fast-paced, specialty clinic environment.
We're looking for someone who is compassionate, organized, and passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. If you enjoy building relationships with patients, working collaboratively with providers, and being an important part of a healthcare team, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
- Room patients and obtain vital signs, medication histories, and other clinical information
- Prepare charts and ensure providers have complete and accurate information before appointments
- Assist providers during patient visits and procedures
- Coordinate referrals, imaging, laboratory testing, and specialty consultations
- Respond to patient calls, document messages, and communicate with pharmacies and healthcare facilities
- Process prescription refills under provider direction
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records
- Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform basic clinical testing as needed
- Support a positive patient experience through compassionate, professional interactions
What We're Looking For
- Medical Assistant Certification required
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Two or more years of Medical Assistant experience preferred
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Experience with electronic medical records preferred
- Ability to thrive in a busy specialty practice
Why Join Sierra Nevada Specialty Care?
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to work closely with pulmonary specialists
- Meaningful work helping patients manage chronic respiratory conditions
- Stable Monday-Friday schedule
- Competitive pay and benefits package
Physical Requirements
This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and movement throughout the clinic. Occasional travel to satellite clinic locations may be required.
Work Allocation
75% Clinical Responsibilities
25% Administrative Responsibilities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.50 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
