Medical Assistant

Job Title: Medical AssistantJob Description

This Medical Assistant role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative clinic setting. You will support providers and the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring accurate documentation, and helping patients navigate their visits. This position offers the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations and contribute to accessible health care for individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as directed by the team leader or Clinic Director, including confirming reason for visit, obtaining vital signs, weight, height, and completing medication reconciliation and medical/surgical history.
• Perform CLIA-waived tests as appropriate, including required quality control testing, and follow clinic protocols for documentation and reporting.
• Schedule diagnostic tests for patients when ordered by a provider and ensure all necessary information is communicated to patients and facilities.
• Contact laboratories for test results and communicate results to patients via phone, patient portal, and mail, following provider instructions and clinic protocols.
• Review patient electronic charts for the following day and use Pre-Visit Planning to anticipate patient needs and ensure readiness for upcoming appointments.
• Assist with Prescription Assistance Program (PAP) medication management, including coordination and tracking as directed.
• Support front office functions by assisting with patient check-in and discharge, scheduling appointments, and answering phones in a professional and courteous manner.
• Provide Medical Assistant services to a wide range of patient populations, including newborns, pediatric patients, adults, and older adults, adapting care to individual needs.
• Observe patient condition during visits and promptly report significant changes or concerns to the appropriate clinical team members.
• Use effective communication skills to function as an active member of the interdisciplinary team and support coordinated patient care.
• Participate in patient education according to the patients plan of care, reinforcing instructions provided by providers and other clinicians.
• Document all care provided, patient status, and communications in the clinics Electronic Health Record and other reporting systems, including immunization and disease registries, in accordance with clinic processes and standards of care.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment and promote quality patient care by adhering to established clinical standards and protocols.
• Identify and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care, workflow, and clinic operations.
• Demonstrate competent clinical practice and engage in opportunities for professional and clinical growth.
• Follow proper precautions to provide a safe patient care environment, including performing hand hygiene and verifying patient identification prior to providing care.
• Use standard precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment for anticipated contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials.
• Attend on-site and off-site events as requested, including participating in event activities, set up, and clean up.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality as essential requirements of the position.

Essential Skills

• Experience providing medical assisting or patient care in a clinical or similar healthcare setting, with at least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Ability to perform core medical assisting tasks, including obtaining vital signs, patient histories, and assisting with clinical procedures.
• Familiarity with medical records and the use of Electronic Health Records for documenting care and accessing patient information.
• Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to support accurate documentation and effective communication with providers and clinical staff.
• Understanding of and ability to perform CLIA-waived tests, including adherence to quality control procedures.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team and to interact clearly and compassionately with patients and families.
• Ability to follow established clinical protocols, patient safety procedures, and standard precautions, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
• Organizational skills to manage Pre-Visit Planning, anticipate patient needs, and support efficient clinic flow.
• Reliability in maintaining regular attendance, punctuality, and consistent follow-through on assigned tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Valid CMA or CNA certification preferred but not required.
• At least 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant or CNA preferred; candidates with CMA/CNA certification may be considered without prior direct experience due to the structured training program.
• Bilingual language skills are a plus and can enhance communication with a diverse patient population.
• Interest in working with a broad range of patient populations, including newborns, children, adults, and older adults.
• Willingness to participate in performance improvement initiatives and ongoing clinical education.
• Comfort with patient education and reinforcing care plans as part of a team-based care model.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clinic setting with standard daytime hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. There are two Saturday clinics each month, and Medical Assistants rotate coverage, typically working a Saturday approximately every two months. While on contract, you will work at a single primary clinic location; once in a permanent role, you may occasionally float to nearby clinics as needed. The environment is team-oriented and supportive, with a strong focus on collaboration and providing high-quality care to individuals and families regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. You will work with electronic health records, immunization and disease registries, and standard clinical equipment, following established safety and infection control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment where appropriate.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Olathe, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Olathe, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

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