Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin Pro

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 27,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in an ambulatory care setting. You will assist physicians with exams, collect and document vitals, and provide patient education while maintaining accurate EMR records.

The role includes coordinating referrals, performing point-of-care tests, and ensuring infection control and safety standards across multiple sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• CMA-AAMA or RMA-AMT certification within 1 year preferred.
• CPR certification (BLS/NRP) required within 90 days.
• Prior ambulatory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical and administrative duties in ambulatory care under supervision.
• Assists providers with patient exams, prepares patients, and documents vital signs.
• Maintains EMR documentation, coordinates follow-up care and referrals.
• Participates in patient education, screenings, and transitions of care.
• Floats to multiple sites within the system as needed.

Skills

Clinical competency

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program

CMA-AAMA certification

RMA-AMT certification

CPR certification (BLS/NRP)

Job description

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in an ambulatory care setting. You will assist physicians with exams, collect and document vitals, and provide patient education while maintaining accurate EMR records.

The role includes coordinating referrals, performing point-of-care tests, and ensuring infection control and safety standards across multiple sites as needed.