Medical Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant, where your energy and dedication will directly impact patient care and clinic efficiency. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support to healthcare providers across diverse medical settings, including outpatient clinics, hospital medicine, urgent care, and specialized units such as geriatrics, pediatrics, and emergency medicine. Your proactive approach will ensure smooth patient flow, accurate documentation, and exceptional service delivery. This paid position offers a unique opportunity to develop your clinical skills while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients warmly and perform thorough intake procedures, including collecting medical histories and verifying insurance information.
• Measure vital signs accurately and document findings in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems to ensure precise patient records.
• Assist healthcare providers with clinical tasks such as medication administration, specimen collection, act as a designated chaperone.
• Support patient care by explaining procedures, answering questions, and providing compassionate service throughout their visit.
• Prepare examination rooms by sterilizing equipment, setting up necessary supplies, and ensuring a clean environment that adheres to safety standards.
• Manage administrative duties including scheduling appointments, updating patient information, ICD coding for diagnoses, and processing referrals efficiently.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in inpatient settings like Level I Trauma Centers or PICU units to support complex patient needs in fast-paced environments.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Medical Assistant in women's health is preferred
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and ICD coding to accurately document patient encounters.
• Hands-on experience with EHR (ATHENA) systems for documentation and order entry; proficiency in handling intake processes and vital signs measurement.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments including urgent care clinics or inpatient units like Geriatrics or Medical-surgical floors.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient service; capable of supporting diverse populations across outpatient and inpatient settings.

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person