Medical Assistant - Per Diem (Family Medicine)

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. They are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients and support their transition into care; Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings; Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures; Administer medications and vaccines as directed; Perform lab-related tasks including specimen collection and point-of-care testing; Document care accurately in the electronic health record; Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; Medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience, or certified MA with 2 years of medical assistant experience; Must be available 2 weeknights to 7pm per week, and 1-2 Saturdays per month; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday; Must be able to lift and support 35 pounds; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures; Must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines; Must be able to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed; Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions

Nice to have

Phlebotomy skills

Benefits

Base compensation within the listed pay range; Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match; Financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program