Medical Assistant

About the role

The Medical Assistant will join our organization to provide comprehensive support to medical staff and ensure effective delivery of patient care. This position requires a compassionate professional who performs clinical and administrative duties with accuracy and efficiency, contributing to a welcoming environment for patients while supporting medical procedures and facilitating smooth clinical operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for medical examinations and procedures
• Take and record vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
• Assist providers with tasks during patient visits
• Perform routine laboratory tests and collect specimens as instructed
• Administer medications and injections under supervision
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient medical records and documentation
• Maintain nursing stations and examination areas in compliance with OSHA standards
• Answer and screen phone calls
• Exhibit courtesy and poise when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Perform X-Ray and EKG (training provided)
• Assist Occupational Medicine staff with urine specimens as needed
• Perform other related duties assigned by management

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Six months of related experience in a medical setting
• Must obtain and maintain BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong charting and documentation skills
• Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols
• Ability to work collaboratively in a busy and complex environment
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within changing priorities
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequently required to walk, sit, and stand
• Occasionally exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
• Occasionally required to travel for training and attend at least two community clinic events each year