Medical Assistant

Clinic Medical AssistantThe Clinic Medical Assistant supports healthcare providers and clinical staff by performing both clinical and administrative duties to ensure efficient clinic operations and high-quality patient care. This role is essential in creating a safe, organized, and compassionate environment for patients.Essential Job FunctionsPrepare patients for examinations and assist providers during clinical proceduresTake and record vital signs, medical histories, and patient information accuratelyPerform basic clinical tasks such as injections, specimen collection, and EKGs (as permitted by scope of practice)Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked exam roomsDocument patient care in electronic health record (EHR) systemsSchedule patient appointments and assist with patient flowFollow infection control, safety, and HIPAA guidelinesAdditional DutiesAssist with front desk tasks, including patient check-in and check-outHandle phone calls, messages, and patient inquiries as neededSupport inventory management and ordering of medical suppliesParticipate in staff meetings, training, and continuing educationPerform other duties as assignedMinimum RequirementsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredCompletion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferredMedical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) preferred or required per clinic policyExperience1–2 years of experience in a clinical or medical office setting preferredExperience with EHR systems and basic clinical procedures preferredPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinic for extended periodsAbility to lift or move up to 25 poundsManual dexterity to perform clinical tasks and use medical equipmentAbility to communicate clearly with patients and staffWorking Conditions/Environmental ExposuresEnvironmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts. Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary.ASH IMMUNIZATIONS AND VACCINATIONS REQUIREMENTS – Aligns with CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare PersonnelHepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervalsInfluenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year)Measles, Mumps, and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR VaccinationVaricella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella VaccineTetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunizationTuberculosis Screening - Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months* VACCINE RECORDS OR EVIDENCE OF IMMUNITY ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO 1ST DAY OF SCHEDULED WORKEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.