PER DIEM 30815
General Purpose
The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to healthcare providers to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality patient care within the clinic.
Key Responsibilities
- Room and prepare patients for exams, including obtaining vital signs and documenting in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Assist providers with patient care, procedures, and administering medications and immunizations per protocol
- Collect and process laboratory specimens
- Schedule referrals and maintain referral tracking in the EHR
- Provide patient education as directed by the provider
- Assist with prescription refills under provider approval
- Maintain exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and stock medical supplies
- Perform diagnostic and pre-exam testing as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation and daily EHR worklists
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities
- Provide excellent customer service to patients and support clinic operations
Qualifications
- Medical Assistant certification required
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Knowledge of EHR systems and medical terminology preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
Work Environment
Clinic setting requiring standing for extended periods and occasional lifting. May involve exposure to infectious materials.