Medical Assistant / Patient Assistant

Medical Assistant / Patient Assistant – Job Description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and patient‑focused Medical Assistant/Patient Assistant to support daily operations within our clinical research environment. This role centers on assisting patients through the check‑in process, ensuring all paperwork and documentation are complete, performing basic clinical tasks, and supporting study teams during trial visits. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced clinical setting.

Location: Richardson, Texas

Hours: M-F

Shift: Varies from 7am -6pm depending on the clinical trail

Pay: $20.00

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in patients, ensuring all required paperwork and consent forms are completed accurately.
• Review patient documents for completeness and compliance with study requirements.
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as taking vitals, measuring height/weight, and documenting information in the EMR or study systems.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before and after patient visits, ensuring proper sanitation and supply levels.
• Assist study coordinators and clinical staff during trial visits, following protocol‑specific procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and clinical activities.
• Support patient flow by guiding participants through each step of their visit.
• Follow clinic and study protocols for documentation, safety, and patient handling.
• Participate in team meetings and study briefings as required.
• Escalate any unusual findings, patient concerns, or protocol deviations to the appropriate clinical lead.
• Assist with general clinic tasks and special projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Strong patient‑service and communication abilities.
• Experience in a clinical or healthcare environment.
• Proficiency in data entry and electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to take accurate vitals and follow clinical procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with paperwork and documentation.
• Solid computer and multitasking skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification or relevant clinical training preferred.
• Experience in clinical research or patient‑facing healthcare roles is a plus.

Work Environment

This position operates within a clinical research clinic and requires close collaboration with study coordinators, nurses, and other team members. The role involves direct patient interaction, adherence to study protocols, and maintaining a clean, organized, and patient‑centered environment

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richardson, TX.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Richardson,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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