Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of clinical procedures, medical documentation, and patient care, with experience across various specialties including dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, and outpatient settings. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting physicians and healthcare providers by ensuring efficient clinic operations, delivering exceptional patient service, and maintaining accurate medical records. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care in a dynamic medical environment.
Duties
- Assist healthcare providers with patient intake, including collecting medical histories and vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
- Prepare examination rooms and sterilize medical instruments to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
- Perform phlebotomy procedures to collect blood samples for laboratory testing with precision and care.
- Manage electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) by documenting patient encounters accurately and efficiently.
- Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper handling and documentation of pharmaceuticals.
- Provide patient education on treatment plans, medication usage, and post-visit instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Assist in various clinical procedures related to dermatology, internal medicine, emergency medicine, or other specialties as required.
- Maintain organized medical records in compliance with privacy regulations and assist with ICD coding for billing purposes.
- Support hospital or outpatient clinic operations by managing appointments, scheduling follow-ups, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrate proficiency in anatomy knowledge, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology to ensure accurate patient assessments.
Experience
- Prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, or outpatient clinics is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to perform phlebotomy and basic life support (BLS) certification is required.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) and medical documentation is essential for success in this role.
- Inpatient experience at Level I or Level II trauma centers is advantageous for candidates interested in emergency medicine or trauma settings.
- Knowledge of ICD coding, pharmacology principles, and anatomy enhances the quality of patient care provided.
- Previous exposure to medical-surgical environments or geriatrics is beneficial for supporting diverse patient populations.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask efficiently in fast-paced clinical settings are necessary.
Join our team as a Medical Assistant to deliver compassionate patient care while supporting our commitment to excellence in healthcare services!
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
