Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Location: Albert Lea, MN
Shift Type: Day Shift
Schedule: 4 days per week
Hours: 36 hours per week
Working Days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Shift Schedule

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative operations in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The Medical Assistant will provide direct patient care, perform clinical procedures, maintain accurate medical records, and assist with front-office operations to ensure efficient clinic workflow and a positive patient experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet, prepare, and room patients while maintaining a positive patient experience.
• Obtain and accurately document vital signs, including:
  • Blood pressure
  • Pulse
  • Temperature
  • Height
  • Weight
• Perform phlebotomy, venipuncture, and blood draws.
• Collect, label, process, and handle specimens according to established procedures.
• Administer vaccines and assist with clinical procedures as directed by providers.
• Perform EKGs.
• Conduct point-of-care (POC) testing.
• Assist with patient scheduling and appointment coordination.
• Answer phones and support patient check-in/check-out.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Support both front-office and back-office clinical operations.
• Maintain exam rooms, medical supplies, and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
• Assist with maintaining efficient patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and administrative staff.
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, infection-control, and clinic policies and procedures.
• Prioritize tasks and support the clinical team in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of Medical Assistant experience, excluding externship experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with phlebotomy and venipuncture.
• Experience with specimen collection and handling.
• Experience using EMR systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Occupational Health experience preferred.
• Experience working in both front-office and back-office clinical settings.
• Experience performing EKGs.
• Experience with vaccinations.
• Experience with point-of-care testing.

Required Skills

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
• Patient rooming
• Vital signs collection and documentation
• Phlebotomy
• Venipuncture
• Blood draws
• Specimen collection and handling
• EKG performance
• Point-of-care (POC) testing
• Vaccine administration/support
• EMR documentation
• Patient scheduling
• Front-desk coordination
• Check-in/check-out procedures
• Strong computer skills
• HIPAA compliance
• OSHA compliance
• Excellent communication and customer service
• Multitasking and organization
• Team collaboration