What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Hometown Health Centers?
Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant!
Hometown Health Centers is looking for a caring, organized, and team-oriented Medical Assistant to join our patient care team. In this dynamic role, you'll support clinical operations, work directly with patients, and contribute to delivering compassionate, quality care to our community. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare exam rooms and maintain proper sterilization of instruments and equipment.
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Greet and escort patients, document reasons for visit, obtain vital signs, and review previous care plans.
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Enter accurate clinical data into the electronic medical record (EMR).
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Assist with patient referrals, form completion, and educational support.
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Administer treatments and perform diagnostic procedures within your scope.
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Collaborate with the care team by preparing for visits and participating in daily huddles.
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Collect and process lab specimens; perform CLIA-waived testing and quality control.
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Support telehealth home visits for medically or dentally complex and/or homebound patients.
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Train to cover roles in the Call Center/Registration during peak periods.
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Address patient and family concerns and assist in quality improvement activities.