Medical Assistant

**Job Summary** Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly impact patient care and clinic efficiency. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support across outpatient and inpatient settings, including dermatology, internal medicine, urgent care, and hospital medicine. Your proactive approach will ensure smooth clinic operations, accurate medical documentation, and exceptional patient service. This paid position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. **Duties** * Assist healthcare providers with patient intake, including collecting medical histories and vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature. * Prepare examination rooms, sterilize equipment, and ensure all supplies are stocked for efficient patient flow. * Perform clinical tasks such as phlebotomy (blood draws), medication administration under supervision, and basic life support (BLS) procedures. * Manage electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems), ensuring accurate documentation of patient encounters, medical histories, and treatment plans. * Support medical office management by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and maintaining medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations. * Assist with specialized procedures in dermatology clinics or hospital settings like PICU or surgical units. * Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient care in outpatient clinics or hospital environments such as Level II trauma centers or emergency departments. **Skills** * Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, ICD coding, and medical documentation standards. * Proven experience in medical assisting within dermatology, urgent care, hospital medicine, or outpatient clinics. * Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and electronic health records management to streamline patient data entry and retrieval. * Strong patient service skills with the ability to communicate effectively and empathetically across diverse populations. * In-depth understanding of inpatient and outpatient procedures including intake processes, vital signs collection, medication administration, and specimen collection (phlebotomy). * Ability to operate in high-pressure environments such as emergency medicine or Level II trauma centers while maintaining attention to detail. * Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications like phlebotomy or advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) are a plus. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services! This role offers invaluable experience across various clinical settings—perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their career in medical assisting while providing outstanding patient care. Pay: $12.12 - $20.05 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week Work Location: In person