AMA Certified Medical Assistant

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the Midwest region, providing compassionate and efficient patient care in a busy clinical setting. This role supports licensed nurses, physicians, and advanced practice providers by performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks.

General Summary

The Medical Assistant operates within their scope to deliver patient care as delegated by nursing or medical staff. The ideal candidate is organized, professional, detail-oriented, and able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection control and safe patient handling.
• Assist patients by escorting them to exam rooms, obtaining vital signs, EKGs, and verifying medications and medical histories.
• Document patient information accurately and promptly in electronic health records.
• Manage phone communications, relay messages, and assist with patient inquiries and test result follow-ups.
• Support medication renewals, authorizations, and administer medications as ordered.
• Perform point-of-care lab testing and collect specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Schedule appointments, diagnostic procedures, and surgeries as directed by providers.
• Maintain supply inventory and ensure exam areas are clean and well-stocked.
• Educate patients on electronic health record portals and assist with enrollment.
• Help orient and train new medical assistants.
• Demonstrate accountability, teamwork, and maintain punctuality and attendance standards.

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Specialist program is required, or equivalent experience. A high school diploma is necessary.

Experience

At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant or similar role is preferred but not mandatory. Experience in a clinical setting is advantageous.

Certification and Licenses

Preferred certification includes Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from an accredited organization such as the American Medical Technologist (AMT). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.

Mental and Physical Requirements

This position requires significant mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 pounds, frequent walking, standing, and various movements such as bending and reaching. Exposure to infectious diseases and occasional challenging interactions may occur.