Job Summary
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting clinical operations across diverse medical settings. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work in outpatient clinics, hospital environments, and specialized departments such as dermatology, urgent care, and emergency medicine. You will be the backbone of efficient patient flow, ensuring accurate documentation, vital sign collection, and seamless coordination between patients and healthcare providers. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a positive experience for every patient while maintaining high standards of medical support.
Duties
- Assist healthcare providers with patient intake, including collecting medical histories and vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration.
- Prepare examination rooms and ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are ready for patient visits.
- Perform phlebotomy procedures to collect blood samples accurately and safely for laboratory testing.
- Support medical documentation by recording patient information in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems with precision and attention to detail.
- Administer medications and injections under physician supervision, following proper protocols for medication administration.
- Manage appointment scheduling, patient check-in/out processes, and medical records management to streamline clinic operations.
- Assist in specialized areas such as dermatology or hospital medicine by supporting procedures like wound care or inpatient care activities.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations by safeguarding patient confidentiality and ensuring accurate medical records documentation.
- Support emergency situations with basic life support (BLS) skills, including CPR when necessary.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care across outpatient, inpatient, trauma center, or geriatric settings.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Medical Assistant or in a similar medical office role with knowledge of medical terminology and physiology.
- Hands-on experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and electronic medical records (EMR).
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications such as phlebotomy or medication administration are a plus.
- Familiarity with dermatology procedures, hospital medicine practices, urgent care protocols, and emergency medicine is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of anatomy, ICD coding (International Classification of Diseases), pharmacology principles, and medical documentation standards.
- Previous inpatient or outpatient experience within trauma centers or Level I/II trauma centers enhances your candidacy.
- Excellent patient service skills with the ability to communicate effectively and compassionately across diverse populations.
- Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments such as emergency departments or hospital settings while maintaining attention to detail.
Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly impact patient well-being! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values your expertise in medical assisting while offering opportunities for growth across various specialties including geriatrics, emergency medicine, and hospital-based care. All roles are compensated positions dedicated to supporting your professional journey in healthcare excellence!
Pay: $23.38 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
