Medical Assistant - Union US 42 Primary Care

About the Role

Reports to the Practice Manager or Team Leader, the Medical Assistant provides clinical support to physicians and mid-level providers. They instruct patients as directed by providers and ensure compliance with OSHA/CLIA and HIPAA regulations, while also completing duties vital to business operations.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs (weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature), and document information in patient charts.
• Document patient history and address patient concerns about the exam.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during examinations.
• Perform nursing procedures under provider supervision and provide instructions to patients as directed.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, perform basic lab tests, and prepare/administer medications as directed.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of patient charts and revenue cycle forms (e.g., verification of orders, waivers, encounter forms).
• Maintain exam room supplies, clean and disinfect rooms, and perform equipment maintenance/sterilization.
• Maintain logs and checks (e.g., refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change).
• Assist with patient requests, take phone messages, triage calls, and process referrals/outpatient test scheduling.
• File and distribute patient information, interact with the Central Billing Office, and follow scribe guidelines if applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Requirements

• MUST have one of the following:
  • 1 year of experience as MA, CNA, PCA, STNA, or SEH Clinical Care Tech.
  • Completion of MA Program with hands-on externship.
  • Completion of SEP Internship.
  • EMT certification.
  • Degree in Health or Biological Sciences with hands-on clinical patient care activities (e.g., Athletic Trainer).
• Preferred: Approved credential (CCMA, CMA, RMA, ARMA, or EMT).

Clinical Requirements

Requirements vary by practice and may include:

• Obtaining vital signs (manual blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature).
• Assisting providers with exams and procedures.
• Administering injections and immunizations.
• Performing EKGs and essential laboratory procedures.
• Collecting patient samples (fingerstick, throat/nose swabs, urine).
• Answering and triaging patient phone calls and questions.

Benefits

• No nights, holidays, or weekends.
• Paid Time Off.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 403b with match.
• Opportunity for career growth.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt