Medical Assistant - Certified/Non-Certified

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant assists medical providers and works closely with patients in preparation for examination to provide medical care. Performs routine tests and assists with maintenance and inventory of all medical supplies. Completes paperwork assigned by the Provider. Assists the front office, surgery scheduling, and medical records team as needed. Fields and conducts patient calls as requested, manages the in‑basket, and prepares charts. Enters ancillary service orders and computerized provider order entries (CPOE).

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with patients to prepare them for their exam, provide medical care, perform routine tests, provide treatment, and administer medications.
• Utilize clinical and clerical skills to input ancillary orders into EPIC, coordinate patient referrals and surgery scheduling, and assist the front office and medical records team as necessary.
• Communicate with staff, physicians, hospital departments, patients, families, and community agencies to improve the patient experience.
• Create a safe, customer‑friendly atmosphere to provide the best quality service to patients and customers.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent (required).
• BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required).
• Certified Medical Assistants must have ONE of the following certifications upon hire:
  • CCMA – Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA)
  • NCMA – Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT)
  • CMA – Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)
  • RMA – Registered Medical Assistant (AMT)
  • CMAC – Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (AMCA)
• Non‑Certified Medical Assistants must have prior direct patient‑care or related experience and be able to obtain a CCMA or equivalent certification within 6 months of hire; must obtain one of the five certifications listed above within 6 months of hire.

Pay

• Non‑Certified: $20.53 – $28.23 per hour, depending on experience.
• Certified: $21.86 – $30.07 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full‑time (FTE 1.0), primarily Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM.

Total Rewards

• Competitive market‑based compensation.
• Health & wellness coverage (medical, dental, vision) for part‑time and above employees and eligible dependents, effective within 30 days of hire.
• Employer‑sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
• Generous paid time off (ETO) for part‑time and above employees.
• Professional development support through tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment programs.
• Additional benefits: life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.