Medical Assistant (30815)

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.