What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT position at LifeBridge Health?
Summary
Who We Are:
LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.
About the Role:
- Performs a variety of clinical responsibilities to assist in the examination and treatment of patients. Performs other functions to support hospital and departmental requirements. Works proactively and in partnership with other staff, contributing to effective operations. Delivers service in conjunction with the hospital's customer service standards and expectations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides assistance and preparation prior to and during examination by health care providers.
- Prepares examination/treatment rooms for examinations of patients by properly positioning instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Interviews patients to obtain reasons for visit, such as nature of complaint, physical problems, symptoms of illness, etc.
- Prepares patients for examination by performing various routine physical assessments such as vital signs, height, weight, blood pressure, etc. Prepares and assists health care provider during examinations and procedures.
- Maintains logs for refrigerator temperature (medications and specimens) and weekly exam room cleaning.
- Maintains timely monitoring and documentation (tracking) of physician ordered laboratory tests, radiology, ultrasound, etc.
- Performs point of care testing according to departmental protocols and follows OSHA guidelines in obtaining and handling specimens.
- Administers medication by oral, intramuscular or subcutaneous routes under physician order. Performs general clerical duties necessary to support physician office practice.
- Updates and maintains patient chart, confidential files and other departmental records.
- Prepares inventory of supplies to determine items to be replenished. Reviews current supplies for expiration dates. Stocks all medical supplies.
- May assist in registration and updating information on patient's record.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Education: HS Diploma/GED preferred, completion of Medical Assistant curriculum or equivalent
- Licensure/Certification: American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR required
- Experience: Prior Medical Assistant experience in Pediatrics strongly preferred
Travel required to our Pikesville Quarry Lake location on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Additional Information
What We Offer:Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.
Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.
Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.
Why LifeBridge Health?
With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.
Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.
LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.