Medical Assistant

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will support clinical operations across various specialties, including dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, and outpatient clinics. This role involves providing exceptional patient care, assisting with medical procedures, and supporting administrative functions within a fast-paced medical environment. Experience with EHR systems, medical terminology, and patient service is essential to ensure smooth clinic operations and high-quality patient interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake, including collecting medical histories and vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures in outpatient, inpatient, or emergency settings
• Support physicians and healthcare providers during medical procedures such as X-ray, medication administration, and ICD coding
• Manage patient documentation accurately within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Perform basic life support (BLS) when necessary and monitor patient vital signs
• Assist with specimen collection, wound care, and other clinical tasks across specialties such as dermatology, geriatrics, or internal medicine
• Support administrative duties including scheduling appointments and maintaining patient records
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, especially in Level I/II trauma centers or specialized units like PICU or OR environments
• Maintain infection control standards and assist with equipment sterilization and setup

Experience

• Prior experience in hospital medicine, urgent care, outpatient clinics, or medical-surgical units is highly desirable
• Experience working in Level I/II trauma centers or emergency medicine settings is preferred
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, ICD coding, and medication administration is essential
• Familiarity with X-ray procedures and hospital experience in inpatient or outpatient settings is advantageous
• Clinic experience in geriatrics or specialized fields such as dermatology or internal medicine is a plus
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications related to emergency medicine or OR experience are beneficial
• Proven ability to support patient service functions while maintaining professionalism in high-pressure environments

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, PRN, Per diem, Temporary

Pay: $ $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person