A small private medical practice is seeking a dependable and compassionate Medical Assistant to support patient care, clinical workflows, and day-to-day office operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with patients, providers, and a supportive healthcare team in a professional, patient-centered environment.
The Medical Assistant will assist with rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting information, supporting procedures, coordinating care, and helping ensure the practice runs smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and room patients in a friendly, professional manner
- Take and record vital signs, patient history, medications, and reason for visit
- Assist providers with exams, procedures, and routine clinical tasks
- Prepare exam rooms and ensure supplies are stocked and organized
- Perform basic clinical duties such as injections, specimen collection, EKGs, or point-of-care testing, as assigned and within scope
- Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record
- Communicate with patients regarding follow-up instructions, referrals, prescriptions, and basic care coordination
- Answer patient questions within scope and escalate clinical concerns to the provider or appropriate team member
- Support front office tasks as needed, including scheduling, phone calls, insurance updates, and patient communication
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, infection control, and HIPAA compliance standards
- Help create a welcoming and efficient patient experience in a small practice setting
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Medical Assistant certification or completion of a Medical Assistant program preferred
- Active HIPAA compliance / training credential required
- Previous experience in a medical office, clinic, urgent care, or private practice preferred
- Strong communication and patient service skills
- Ability to accurately document patient information and follow clinical workflows
- Comfortable using electronic medical records and basic office technology
- Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Professional, compassionate, and team-oriented approach
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Supportive small-practice environment
- Consistent patient-centered workflow
- Opportunities to expand clinical and administrative skills
- Professional and collaborative team culture
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a reliable and compassionate Medical Assistant who enjoys building relationships with patients and helping a small practice operate efficiently. This person should be comfortable balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities, communicating clearly with patients and providers, and maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.