Medical Assistant (Certified)-Clinical

About This Job

You step into a vital role that keeps our clinic running smoothly and ensures every patient receives compassionate, high-quality care. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you bridge the gap between patients and providers by creating a welcoming, safe, and efficient environment. You directly impact patient health outcomes by streamlining clinical workflows, easing patient anxiety, and supporting our medical team with precision and empathy. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and possess a genuine passion for helping others, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a daily difference in our community.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations by conducting accurate Patient Triage and recording precise Vital Signs Measurement.
• Collects laboratory specimens efficiently through expert Phlebotomy techniques while maintaining patient comfort.
• Performs diagnostic procedures, including the setup and execution of Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) tests.
• Administers medications and vaccines safely via Injection Administration and standard Medication Administration protocols.
• Maintains strict compliance with Infection Control standards to safeguard patients and staff.
• Documents all patient interactions, treatments, and vital data accurately within Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
• Applies comprehensive Medical Terminology to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and patients.
• Determines immediate patient care priorities and manages clinical flow to optimize provider schedules and reduce wait times.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant.

Experience

• Minimum of one year of hands-on clinical experience in a fast-paced outpatient or clinic setting.
• Demonstrated history of managing patient records and clinical workflows.

Knowledge/Skills

• Proficient in vital signs measurement, phlebotomy, and ECG/EKG execution.
• Skilled in injection administration and safe medication delivery.
• Knowledgeable in electronic health records management and medical terminology.
• Committed to rigorous infection control practices and patient safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual communication skills to connect with a diverse patient demographic.
• Advanced experience in specialized clinical departments such as pediatrics or cardiology.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Stands and walks for extended periods during daily clinical shifts.
• Lifts and carries medical supplies or assists patients up to twenty-five pounds.
• Wears appropriate personal protective equipment as required by safety guidelines.
• Operates computers and standard medical devices frequently throughout the day.