Medical Assistant

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the medical staff in the provision of safe and efficient delivery of medical services at the clinic, as directed. Under the general supervision of medical staff, the Medical Assistant performs routine administrative and clinical duties such as scheduling medical appointments, greeting participants, filing medical records, taking and recording vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The Medical Assistant works collaboratively with all team members and participants to promote the organization's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist medical staff to address participants' needs in the clinic.
• Prepare participants for appointments, including setting up exam rooms, checking participants in and out, and obtaining accurate history of present illness.
• Perform required pre-exam physical tests, such as measuring and documenting participants' vital signs, and assist the physician during examinations as appropriate.
• Perform general medical procedures, such as dressing changes and suture removal, under specific authorization and supervision of a physician.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens as ordered and perform routine sterilization procedures of medical and dental equipment according to guidelines.
• Triage and address unscheduled requests for physician visits in the clinic as directed.
• Proactively review on-site Specialist calendar daily to ensure all available appointments are filled and address any vacancies.
• Support Specialists by prepping participants for exams, ensuring history of current conditions is captured, and documenting procedures and care provided.
• Maintain clinic logs and ensure exam rooms are properly stocked, sanitized, and re-prepped for participant encounters at all times.
• Maintain Emergency Cart daily log, monitor and maintain medication/vaccine refrigerator log, and manage participant sharps containers.
• Conduct required quality control checks on clinic lab equipment and maintain logs.
• Perform and document ordered procedures and care, and provide as-needed teaching to participants, in accordance with scope of practice.
• Perform staff and non-staff COVID testing as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to follow directions from supervisor and communicate needs effectively.
• Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills in settings with seniors, their families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience and competency working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Commitment to unlocking the full potential of our most vulnerable seniors.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience working in the Home Health/Clinical Setting.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Schedule Notes

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Candidates must have reliable transportation.