Registered Medical Assistant

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Medical Assistant - II to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive clinical and administrative support across various medical settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient units, emergency departments, and specialized areas such as dermatology, internal medicine, and geriatrics. Your proactive approacDuties:

Job Description:
Assists in examination and treatment of patients under direction of physician.

Responsibilities:
Maintains patient flow during clinic hours. Documents review of systems; measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respirations, blood pressure, weight and height; updates past and current medical, social and family history; reviews medications and updates medication list at each visit. Correctly records patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR). May assist in training of new employees.

Prepares patient charts in EMR for visits by scanning, abstracting, and reviewing to make certain that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports and other medical records necessary to help the physician care for the patient are in the patient's chart. Accesses and navigates websites or calls outside facilities to obtain necessary information. May act as Super User for Electronic Medical Record.

Refills medications and pre-authorizes medications including communicating with the patient, pharmacy, or insurance company as needed to complete the task. Maintains recording of patient samples and other medications and disposes expired medications. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients; maintains clean, fully supplied exam rooms. Orders medical supplies as needed. Completes patient assistance paperwork/requests as needed.

Obtains pertinent medical information from patients to facilitate medical decision making per specific office protocol procedures. Returns calls as needed. Responds to MyChart as needed. Works in-baskets, daily work flow logs, and work queues in EMR/Practice Management system. May coordinate/oversee work queues in office. Answers incoming calls, schedules appointments, checks-in and out patients, and completes pre-certifications for prescriptions, procedures, and surgeries as needed.

Operates EKG, cardiac monitors, and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests as needed and other clinical duties such as administering vaccinations, phlebotomy and cast removal as assigned.

Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations. Maintains patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential. Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements with the medical assistant role. Demonstrates comprehension and support of quality measures and patient experience.

Skills:

Required Skills & Experience:
-Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, EMR and scheduling systems).
-Strong verbal and social skills to facilitate working respectfully with patients, physicians, visitors, co-workers, and drug reps in person or by telephone.
-Ability and willingness to travel to other physician offices as requested or needed.

Preferred Skills & Experience:
-Two (2) to five (5) years of Medical Assistant or other relevant experience.
-Practice in different care settings (eg. Primary care, Speciality, EMT, etc.).
-Complementary clinical skills such as phlebotomy, performing EKGs, stiches removal, splinting, etc.

Education:

Required Education:
-High School diploma or equivalent.
-Graduate of a Medical Assistant program

Preferred Education:
-Associate degree

Required Certifications & Licensure:
-BLS

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-Certified/Registered Medical Assistant from a certifying bodyh will ensure seamless patient care delivery, efficient clinic operations, and accurate documentation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills in patient service, medical procedures, and healthcare technology will make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake procedures by collecting medical histories, updating personal information, and verifying insurance details with accuracy and professionalism.
• Measure vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiratory rate to assist clinicians in assessing patient health status.
• Assist with clinical procedures including medication administration, wound care, X-ray preparation, and basic life support when necessary.
• Support physicians and nurses during examinations and treatments by preparing exam rooms and handling necessary supplies.
• Document patient encounters thoroughly using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
• Manage ICD coding for diagnoses to facilitate billing processes and maintain precise medical records across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Provide exceptional patient service by addressing questions, offering reassurance, and coordinating follow-up appointments or referrals as needed.
• Support hospital medicine units or specialized clinics such as dermatology or PICU with appropriate clinical tasks aligned with your experience level.
• Assist in the management of emergency situations within Level I or Level II trauma centers by supporting rapid assessment protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth workflow in medical-surgical units or outpatient clinics.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Medical Assistant in hospital medicine, urgent care, or outpatient clinics; experience in dermatology or internal medicine is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology essential for accurate patient assessment and documentation.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications such as ICD coding or medication administration are advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to operate EHR systems efficiently while maintaining meticulous records of patient encounters.
• Familiarity with hospital environments including inpatient units like Geriatrics or PICU; OR experience is a plus for surgical support roles.
• Strong communication skills to provide excellent patient service across diverse populations including geriatrics and emergency medicine patients.
• Experience working within Level I or Level II trauma centers preferred; clinic experience in internal medicine or medical-surgical units is highly valued.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously in fast-paced settings such as urgent care or emergency departments while maintaining attention to detail. Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services! Your expertise will help improve patient experiences while advancing your career in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $20.78 - $22.85 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Travel reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23