Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

MedStar Health; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory care setting. You will assist with patient examinations, prepare patients, perform basic tests, and document in the EMR under supervision.

The role may float to other sites within the system and requires strong patient-facing skills. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; CMA or RMA certification within 1 year is

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service/patient interaction skills.
• Basic computer skills are preferred for EMR documentation and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with patient preparation for examination and minor procedures.
• Documents activities in the EMR and may be back-up for the Patient Services Coordinator.
• Performs selected patient and lab testing within scope of practice and ensures accurate records.

Skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program credential

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory care setting. You will assist with patient examinations, prepare patients, perform basic tests, and document in the EMR under supervision.

The role may float to other sites within the system and requires strong patient-facing skills. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; CMA or RMA certification within 1 year is