GENERAL SUMMARY:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing quality patient care and assisting healthcare professionals in various clinical and administrative tasks. This is a paid position that offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the medical field.

Duties:
- Assist healthcare professionals with patient examinations and procedures
- Obtain and record vital signs, medical history, and other relevant patient information
- Prepare examination rooms and ensure they are clean and stocked with necessary supplies
- Administer medications, including inhalation medications, as directed by healthcare providers
- Perform basic life support measures when necessary
- Provide medical administrative support, such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling insurance paperwork
- Assist with coding and billing processes
- Educate patients on medication administration, self-care techniques, and preventive measures
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff

Skills:
- Proficient in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and coding
- Strong patient service skills with the ability to provide compassionate care
- Knowledge of basic life support techniques
- Experience working in a hospital or clinical setting is preferred
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems is a plus

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve preferred. Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.
• Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA/CMA),
• American Medical Technologists (RMA),
• National Health Career Associations Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), and
• National Center for Competency Testing National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) preferred.

Additional Requirements:

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum). OR

Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years. OR

Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in clinical medical assisting. OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR

Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years. OR

Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation.

We offer competitive pay for this position. If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and have the necessary skills to excel as a Medical Assistant, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Adoption assistance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Medical specialties:

• Orthopedics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person

Work Location: In person