Medical Assistant

Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care across diverse medical settings. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work closely with healthcare providers to support clinical and administrative functions, ensuring smooth operations and positive patient experiences. Whether in outpatient clinics, hospital environments, or specialized units, you will be at the forefront of patient interaction, assisting with procedures, documentation, and vital sign assessments. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that values your skills and dedication.

Duties

• Prepare patients for examinations by taking comprehensive histories and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates.
• Assist healthcare providers during procedures across specialties including dermatology, internal medicine, emergency medicine, and surgical settings.
• Manage patient intake processes efficiently by verifying insurance information, updating medical records in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, and documenting clinical notes accurately.
• Support diagnostic procedures such as X-ray imaging or basic laboratory tests, ensuring proper preparation and safety protocols are followed.
• Administer medications and injections under supervision, adhering to safety standards like Basic Life Support (BLS) guidelines.
• Perform ICD coding for diagnoses to facilitate billing and insurance claims processing.
• Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment while complying with infection control standards; assist with inventory management of medical supplies and medications.
• Provide compassionate patient service by answering questions, offering instructions for follow-up care, and supporting patients through their visit journey.
• Collaborate with hospital teams in inpatient units like the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Geriatrics wards, or Level I Trauma Centers to deliver seamless care coordination.
• Document all clinical activities thoroughly in EHR systems and assist with administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling and patient follow-up.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Medical Assistant in outpatient clinics or hospital settings; experience in dermatology, urgent care, hospital medicine, or emergency medicine is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and basic pharmacology essential for accurate patient assessment and documentation.
• Familiarity with EHR systems for efficient data entry and retrieval; experience with ICD coding is preferred.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications such as X-ray tech or OR experience are advantageous.
• Ability to perform clinical procedures including vital signs measurement, medication administration, specimen collection, and assisting with diagnostic tests like X-ray imaging.
• Excellent patient service skills with a compassionate approach; ability to communicate clearly with diverse patient populations including geriatrics and pediatric patients in various settings such as outpatient clinics or inpatient units.
• Hospital experience within Level II trauma centers or Level I trauma centers is a plus; familiarity with medical-surgical units or ICU environments enhances your candidacy.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail under pressure. Join us in making a difference through dedicated patient care! We value energetic professionals committed to excellence in healthcare delivery across all levels of medical practice.

Pay: $22.93 - $27.62 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person