Role Overview: Provides clinical and administrative support in a healthcare setting as a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant.
Responsibilities include:
- Documenting patient information such as vital signs, visit reasons, and medication review using electronic medical records.
- Preparing exam and treatment rooms, assisting patients with visits, and ensuring safety and privacy.
- Performing direct patient care tasks like EKGs, wound dressings, and minor procedures under provider supervision.
- Administering medications (excluding IVs), collecting specimens, and supporting laboratory functions.
- Handling clerical duties including scheduling, referrals, co-pay collection, and documentation for accurate medical records.
- Facilitating patient education, managing inventory of supplies, and maintaining infection control standards.
- Participating in patient safety, quality improvement programs, and supporting new staff orientation.
Qualifications & Skills: High school diploma or equivalent required; graduation from accredited medical assistant program preferred. Certification from recognized bodies (NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA) is mandatory. Strong communication, organizational, and technical skills are essential.