Medical Assistant - [ Cambridge, MN] - 26-13183

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Location: Cambridge, MN
Job Type: Contract ( NO BENEFITS )
Duration: 26 Weeks
Shift: Day Shift

Schedule

• Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

• Thursday: 7:45 AM – 4:45 PM

• Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

• Days Off: Monday and Wednesday

• Breaks: 30-minute unpaid break on Tuesday and Thursday

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Medical Assistant to support clinical operations at an outpatient healthcare clinic in Cambridge, MN. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of Medical Assistant experience, current BLS certification, and the ability to assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, clinical procedures, and routine outpatient care.

Experience in Occupational Medicine is preferred, particularly with diagnostic testing, workplace health screenings, and patient documentation. Familiarity with Epic or similar electronic health record systems is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, clinical procedures, and routine outpatient services.

• Perform Medical Assistant duties within the scope of training, certification, and applicable regulations.

• Prepare examination rooms, clinical equipment, and supplies for patient visits.

• Obtain and document patient information, including vital signs and relevant medical history, as assigned.

• Support Occupational Medicine services, including workplace health screenings and diagnostic testing when appropriately trained.

• Perform or assist with spirometry, audiology testing, drug screening, and breath alcohol testing when qualified.

• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation using electronic health record systems.

• Communicate effectively with patients, healthcare providers, and clinic staff.

• Follow infection prevention procedures, patient safety standards, and established clinic policies.

• Maintain organized clinical areas and ensure equipment is handled appropriately.

• Float to other assigned healthcare facilities within a 20-mile radius as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Minimum 1 year of Medical Assistant experience.

• Strong communication, organizational, and patient service skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a clinical team.

• Familiarity with outpatient clinical workflows and patient documentation.

• Willingness to float to other assigned facilities within a 20-mile radius.

Preferred Qualifications

• Occupational Medicine training or experience.

• Training or experience in spirometry and audiology testing.

• Experience with drug screening and breath alcohol testing.

• Familiarity with NIOSH guidelines and CAOHC-related training.

• Experience using Epic (Excellian) or other electronic health record systems.

• Previous experience supporting outpatient clinics and workplace health services.