Medical Assistant (Certified)-Clinical

About This Job

You shape the patient experience every day by delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced medical setting.

As a vital link between patients and clinical providers, you ensure seamless daily operations and create a welcoming environment that puts people at ease.

Your expertise directly supports positive health outcomes and drives operational excellence across our entire practice.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs accurate vital signs measurement to give clinical staff a reliable baseline for patient evaluation.
• Executes precise phlebotomy procedures to collect laboratory specimens safely and efficiently.
• Conducts electrocardiograms (ECGs) to capture essential cardiac data for provider review.
• Manages patient triage to prioritize urgent care needs and direct patient flow effectively.
• Administers medications safely and accurately according to established clinical protocols.
• Documents patient encounters in electronic health records (EHR) to maintain compliance and continuity of care.
• Gives injections with skill and precision to minimize patient discomfort.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique across all clinical procedures to prevent infection and ensure safety.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Completes an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Holds a current and valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential.
• Maintains active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

Experience

• Brings at least one year of hands-on experience in an outpatient clinic or ambulatory care setting.
• Demonstrates proficiency in clinical workflows and patient care documentation.

Knowledge/Skills

• Applies thorough knowledge of medical terminology to communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Navigates electronic health records (EHR) systems with speed and accuracy.
• Balances multiple competing priorities while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
• Communicates clearly and empathetically with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Speaks a second language to support our diverse patient population.
• Operates comfortably in specialty care environments such as cardiology or pediatrics.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Stands and walks for extended periods during clinical shifts.
• Lifts and transports medical equipment or supplies up to twenty-five pounds.
• Wears required personal protective equipment throughout the workday.
• Works in a standard clinical environment with exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.