Medical Assistant - Walk In Clinic (PRN)

Responsibilities

• Counsels and educates patients on medications, treatment plans, chronic condition management, and preventive care.
• Assists with minor procedures, wound care, and diagnostic testing.
• Prepares, labels, and processes laboratory samples and point-of-care tests.
• Maintains infection control, safety protocols, and equipment calibration.
• Schedules, confirms, and tracks patient appointments, referrals, authorizations, and test results.
• Verifies insurance coverage and assists with prior authorizations, billing, and coding processes.
• Maintains inventory levels and prepares examination or procedure rooms.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and safety drills.
• Facilitates communication among patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and all compliance standards.
• Provides excellent guest service to internal team members and patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of experience as a Certified / Registered Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or CCMA) credential required.
• Maintains active certification and participates in continuing education.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Skilled in obtaining and documenting vital signs.
• Proficient in EKG administration and other routine diagnostic procedures.
• Knowledge of infection control, universal precautions, and sterile technique.
• Competent in assisting with minor procedures, patient preparation, and clinical room setup.
• Proficient in medical terminology, documentation accuracy, and appointment scheduling.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, follow workflows, and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and team collaboration skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
• Committed to continuous learning, patient-centered care, and upholding quality and safety standards.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.