Medical Assistant Position Type: Unclassified Department: NEOMED Clinical Services Full or Part Time: Full Time Pay Grade: BW5 Summary: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will support physicians and other medical professionals in providing high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include clinical and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the medical office or healthcare facility. Principal Functional Responsibilities: Clinical Duties: Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures. Take and record vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight. Prepare patients for examinations and explain procedures. Administer injections, medications, and basic first aid as directed by the healthcare provider. Perform basic laboratory tests and handle specimens. Conduct EKGs, wound care, and diagnostic tasks as required. Maintain examination room usability throughout the day by ensuring cleanliness and proper stocking of supplies. Administrative Duties: Schedule appointments and manage patient records. Update and maintain electronic health records (EHRs). Handle billing and coding procedures. Assist with patient check-in and check-out processes. Answer phone calls, greet patients, and manage front-office activities. Assist with insurance verification and processing. Patient Education: Provide patients with information about medications, procedures, and follow-up care. Instruct patients on medications as directed by provider. Offer guidance on lifestyle changes, dietary recommendations, and preventive care as directed by provider. Collaboration: Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and administrative staff. Collaborate with other medical assistants to ensure efficient workflow. Compliance and Quality Assurance: Adhere to all relevant regulations, including HIPAA . Follow infection control and blood-borne pathogen control protocols. Assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment. Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Completion of a medical assistant training program or equivalent experience. • Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and/or documented evidence of 160-hour externship completed in a medical office. • Proficiency in MS Office and electronic health records patient management software. • Must possess a current CPR certification and current health records with the appropriate immunizations to work in the health care field (hepatitis B and tuberculosis). Appropriate immunizations will be provided in the event the current health record is not available or is expired. • Strong communication and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications: • Associate's degree • Certified Medical Assistant • Experience in an outpatient office, especially a primary care or substance use disorder practice. Physical Requirements: Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment. Must be able to occasionally lift to 25 pounds. Department Specific Information: NEOMED Clinical ServicesSpecificInformation To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6005897 NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its c