Medical Assistant

**Job Summary** We are seeking a dependable, patient-focused **Medical Assistant** to join our Family Practice clinical team. In this role, you will work closely with Nurse Practitioners and staff to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure smooth daily operations. **Key Responsibilities** * **Patient Care & Intake:** Greet and room patients, collect and record vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints. * **Clinical Support:** Assist healthcare providers during physical examinations, minor office-based procedures, and treatment applications. * **Diagnostics & Lab:** Collect, label, and process lab specimens or perform basic in-office testing (e.g., EKGs, blood draws, etc.) as required. * **Documentation:** Accurately enter and update patient encounter notes, medications, and clinical data into the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. * **Administrative Duties:** Manage patient scheduling, answer clinical phone calls, handle prescription refills, and assist with insurance verifications or referrals. * **Facility Maintenance:** Sanitize and prepare examination rooms, sterilize medical equipment, and keep inventory stocked. **Qualifications & Requirements** * **Education:** High school diploma or GED required. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program REQUIRED. * **Certification:** Active Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credentials. * **Certifications:** Current CPR certification. * **Experience:** Previous clinical or medical assisting experience is a plus, though strong entry-level candidates will be considered. * **Skills:** * Strong knowledge of medical terminology. * Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills. * Ability to stand, walk, and assist patients with mobility needs for extended periods. * Detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking and organizational habits. Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental insurance * Free parking * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Work Location: In person