Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant plays an essential role in supporting physicians and the care team in delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. This position supports both front and back office operations and is responsible for maintaining patient flow, assisting with clinical procedures, performing diagnostic testing, administering medications, collecting specimens, coordinating referrals, processing medication refills, maintaining accurate electronic health records, and supporting daily clinic operations. The Medical Assistant recognizes and responds appropriately to urgent patient needs, adheres to all infection control and safety standards, assists during medical emergencies, and helps create a positive patient experience through professional, courteous service. Additional responsibilities include managing clinical supplies, supporting quality and regulatory compliance, training new staff as needed, and contributing to a collaborative team environment focused on delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, documenting in the electronic health record, administering medications, performing EKGs, collecting specimens, and supporting diagnostic testing.
• Assist physicians with examinations, procedures, and treatments while maintaining compliance with all safety, infection control, OSHA, and PPE requirements.
• Support clinic operations through referral coordination, inventory management, patient flow oversight, documentation, staff training, and adherence to departmental policies and procedures.