Medical Assistant - Specialty Clinic
About the role
The Medical Assistant is part of a team concept for delivering patient care in an ambulatory clinic setting with an emphasis on disease prevention and health maintenance. This individual works closely with clinical staff, front‑desk personnel, and other related departments. Medical Assistants assist in caring for sick, injured, and healthy individuals of all ages—from newborns to 18‑year‑olds—under the direction of physicians and Registered Nurses. The role requires a caring, sympathetic nature, the ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religious, or economic status, keen observational skills, and strong communication abilities. As a member of the health‑care team, the Medical Assistant must follow directions and work under close supervision.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate the needs of the clinician and carry out orders.
- Check the Electronic Health Record (EHR) for patients' arrival status and escort patients from the waiting area to exam rooms.
- Assist the clinician with procedures.
- Assist with the completion of appropriate forms (school physicals, developmental screenings, etc.).
- Clean and stock exam rooms, treatment/procedure rooms, specimen processing areas, and nursing stations.
- Perform medication administration within scope of practice and document administration of medications and procedures in the EHR.
- Maintain immunization records and update the EHR.
Qualifications
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification required.
- IV Certification (LVN) required.
- One year experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
Pay
Starting wage $25.89 to $31.38 based on qualifications.
Schedule
Full‑time, day shifts (Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am‑5:00 pm).